ktwmn wrote:Note that some liver values also rise during chemo. For example, midway through 15 cycles of folfiri + avastin my ALP was high. It went back down when I went on a break.
lpas wrote:Very interesting, vilca--thanks so much for posting. The naturopath I'm currently working with is very focused on immunology and strengthening faulty components of the immune system to ensure a healthy response. For example, I learned that my IL-2, IL-12 and IFN-gamma were all low. The doctor prescribed a tailored supplement regime (e.g. astragalus, cordyceps, fucoidan, etc.) to try and raise those values back to where they should be. We periodically test my immune function to see
how the supplements are working and to make adjustments as necessary. He claims to have never seen a recurrence in an early stage cancer patient with a properly functioning immune system. I've been pretty impressed with his approach.
How do you test immune function?
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