We do not diagnose or treat breast cancer or any other type of cancer.
According to recent statistics, about 1 in 8 American women will develop a serious form of breast cancer at some point during their lives. That totals to 12%. According to the American Cancer Societies’ website, “breast cancer is a malignant tumor that starts in the cells of the breast. A malignant tumor is a group of cancer cells that can grow into (invade) surrounding tissues or spread (metastasize) to distant areas of the body. The disease occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get it, too.” In 2010 there were 207,090 reported cases of serious breast cancer among women and 54,010 non-invasive cases.
Avastin is a drug that was recently pulled off the market by the FDA for use in breast cancer patients for not living up to its manufacturer’s claims and even causing harm in some cases. This drug was supposed to delay growth of metastatic tumors, however, there is no proof of this. The side effects of this drug are very serious and can even be fatal. Some of the many side effects include massive bleeding, high blood pressure, perforations in parts of the body such as the stomach and intestines, heart attack, and even heart failure. FDA Commissioner Margaret Hamburg says she is not satisfied that there is enough evidence of the benefits of this drug for women to be taking the risk of using the drug. Doctors still use Avastin to treat certain types of kidney, lung, brain, and colon cancers and Avastin is currently the world’s best selling cancer drug. This drug is extremely expensive and some insurance providers are refusing to cover the costs. An estimate claims that a year’s supply of Avastin could cost around $100,000.
In our office we offer Estronex (2 hydroxyestrogens: 16 hydroxyestrone) urine tests. This test will help determine your risk level for breast and estrogen sensitive cancers. If you or someone you know is interested in preventative measures, you can obtain a supplement called Cruciferous Complete from our office. All of our supplements are made directly from foods and plant parts. We also recommend that you eat the actual food. We do not diagnose or treat breast cancer. We do however offer patient education, the above mentioned test, supplements for wellness, and referrals to the appropriate medical professionals if necessary. Be sure to practice self-breast exams monthly and follow up with you medical doctor for all of the appropriate screenings.
