Alternative Treatment for Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer

- Purtier Placenta (Stem Cell Therapy) offers an Alternative Treatment for Breast Cancer
Fact: 1 in 8 women will be afflicted with Breast Cancer throughout the course of their existence.

With this figure, breast cancer is touted as one of the most common – if not one of the most deadliest malignancies in the world. Although this is the case, modern medical marvels and new biotechnologies are helping patients live longer and survive a cancer-free life.

An Overview: What is Breast Cancer?Breast cancer is defined as the uncontrollable growth and division of breast cells. Some tumors grow slowly – the growth might take a decade before the lump can be felt – while some can develop at a faster rate.

There are several types of breast cancer. They are:

1. Ductal Carcinoma – The most common type of breast cancer, it affects the lining of the milk ducts, which are the passageways that bring milk to the nipples from the lobules.
2. Lobular Carcinoma – Affects the milk glands or the lobules.
3. Inflammatory Breast Cancer – A rare type of breast malignancy, it is devoid of the usual tumor. Instead, symptoms include a reddened, warm and pitted breast (likened to the appearance of an ‘orange peel.’)
4. Triple Negative Breast Cancer – A more potent type of breast cancer, it is characterized by the lack of progesterone and estrogen receptors, as well as the deficiency of the usual excessive HER2 protein receptors found in most cases.
5. Paget Disease of the Breast – A malignancy that originates in the breast ducts and spreads to the skin and the areola of the nipple.
6. Phyllodes Tumor – A rare (usually benign) tumor that originates from the breast connective tissues, also known as the stroma.

While breast cancer is often found in women, it occurs in men as well. Rare as it might be, 1% of the affected population comprises of male patients.

CausesEven with the wealth of medical research, the fact of the matter is the mechanism of breast cancer is still not fully understood. The cause of breast malignancies remains unknown, but there are risk factors that can be attributed to the development of the said cancer:

1. Age – The risk of developing breast cancer increases with age. It commonly occurs in women aged 50 above, as well as those who have already undergone menopause.
2. Family Tendency – If you have relatives who have been diagnosed with ovarian or breast malignancies, you have a higher chance of developing breast cancer. Cancer-causing genes such as BRCA1, BRCA2 and TP53 can be passed through generations.
3. Previous Benign Breast Tumor – Former benign breast lumps can develop into malignant tumors.
4. Increased Breast Density – Women with denser breast tissue have an increased risk of developing breast cancer, since there are more cells that can become cancerous.
5. Exposure to Estrogen – Early menarche and late menopause, nulliparity (no children) and childbirth at later years increases estrogen exposure, and these can lead to breast cancer.
6. Obesity
7. Tallness
8. Increased Alcohol Intake
9. Exposure to Radiation
10. Hormone Therapy Replacement

DiagnosingBreast cancer can be definitely diagnosed through the following diagnostic tests:

• Breast self-exam – A diagnostic test which you can perform by yourself.
• Clinical breast exam – An exam carried out by a health professional, usually done in women aged 20 and above.
• Mammogram – An x-ray test that visualizes breast tissue changes and growth.
• Breast Ultrasound – An exam that determines if a lump is a cyst or a fluid-filled non-cancerous sac.
• Breast Biopsy – A procedure that involves the removal of a breast lump to determine if it is cancer.
• Minimally Invasive Breast Biopsy – An exam that uses needle to aspirate cells which are suspected to be cancerous.
• Sentinel Node Biopsy – A test that checks arm lymph nodes, to check if cancer cells have spread throughout the body.
• Ductal Lavage – An exam that checks the presence of precancerous cells in the milk ducts.

Signs and Symptoms of Breast CancerThe early stages of breast cancer are usually without symptoms, but as the malignancy progresses, you may notice or feel the following signs and symptoms:

• A breast/underarm lump that continues even after menstruation. Some are painless, while some can feel prickly
• Tenderness/pain in the affected breast
• Breast indentation or flattening
• Change in breast texture, contour, size or temperature
• Nipple changes such as itching, retraction, dimpling, ulceration or burning sensation
• Nipple discharge (clear or bloody)
• Marbling underneath the breast skin
• Noticeably different skin compared to other areas of the breast
• Armpit inflammation

PreventionPreventing breast cancer can be done by eliminating the risk factors and limiting the activities that are said to cause the aforementioned malignancy.

1. Keep a healthy weight.
2. Exercise regularly.
3. Drink alcohol moderately.
4. Undergo regular breast screening.
5. Limit the use of postmenopausal hormone therapy.
6. Take preventive medications such as tamoxifen and raloxifene, which are estrogen-blocking drugs.
7. Undergo preventive surgery, such as prophylactic mastectomy or oophorectomy.

Conventional Treatment MethodsSuch treatments can eliminate all cancer cells and prevent such cells from returning:

1. Surgeries such as lumpectomies or mastectomies.
2. Radiation therapy, which utilizes radiation to kill cancer cells and halt cell growth and division.
3. Chemotherapy, which makes use of medications to destroy cancer cells.
4. Hormone therapy or Endocrine therapy, or the use of drugs that prevent estrogen from enabling the regrowth of breast cancer cells.
5. Biological therapy, or the use of drugs that makes use of one’s immunity in order to kill breast cancer cells.

Natural CuresComplementary and alternative medicine do not offer definite breast cancer treatment, although some practices help bring relief from symptoms and therapy-associated side effects. Examples include:

1. Acupuncture – An oriental form of natural therapy that decreases the incidence of hot flashes, as well as pain, vomiting and fatigue.
2. Qigong – An adjunct treatment that helps relieve the uncomfortable symptoms associated with advanced breast cancer.
3. Tai Chi – A complementary form of medicine that enhances the patient’s well-being, quality of life and self-esteem.
4. Reiki – A form of Japanese alternative therapy that involves the manipulation of bioenergy. According to most users, it promotes relaxation and reduces painful sensations associated with breast cancer.
5. Yoga – Gentle forms of yoga are said to improve quality of life, vitality and energy.
6. Antioxidants such as Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Coenzyme Q10.

Alternative Treatment for Breast Cancer - Purtier PlacentaPurtier Placenta is a stem cell supplement that has helped countless disease-stricken individuals with various sicknesses and health conditions nurse their body back to health through boosting their body’s ability to effect self-repair.

This bodily self-repair is known as stem cell therapy – it involves the process of introducing new adult stem cells in diseased or damaged tissue in order to treat the underlying disorder.

Since stem cells are ‘generic,’ they can be transformed into any kind of cell. With such a capacity, it can help the body regenerate and repair itself of just about any ailments or illnesses.

To enquire about Purtier Placenta, call +60173467073 or email: purtierclub@gmail.com