Cancer is a very prevalent disease, with one in every two people having some form of it in their lives. Cancer is obviously extremely taxing in and of itself, and therapies such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy have their own severe side effects. This means that discovering therapy alternatives that help people enhance their quality of life is critical.
Furthermore, oncologists believe that patients who are happy and comfortable are more likely to beat cancer. Managing symptoms such as pain and nausea is critical to accomplishing this.
What are some of the most frequent oncological conditions?
Many people living with cancer encounter some typical oncological diseases, either as a result of the illness itself or as a result of the treatment. They are as follows:
- Cancer-Related Pain
- Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
- Cancer-Related Appetite Loss
Many of them are the direct outcome of radiotherapy and chemotherapy, the two most often used modalities of cancer treatment. Both are extremely aggressive in order to fight malignant cells in the body, but this also means they are aggressive towards healthy cells, resulting in these unpleasant oncological disorders.
What are the most common oncological symptoms?
Many of the symptoms will occur in addition to the standard signs of cancer, making them difficult to treat in many circumstances. A person may suffer from one or more of the following conditions, depending on their condition:
- Fatigue
- Sudden loss of appetite or weight
- Stress, depression, and anxiety
- Pain
- Nausea
- Fever
What are the therapy options for oncological conditions?
Doctors may prescribe additional medications in addition to cancer treatments to treat certain oncological diseases. However, because many cancer therapies are extremely harsh, it is not always advisable to mix in other chemicals or pharmaceuticals.
Instead, many oncologists may advocate for holistic or natural treatments such as:
- Staying as active as possible
- Talking therapy
- Getting plenty of rest
- Eating healthy foods full of vitamins and minerals
At CPGUK, we offer information and support about the possible treatment options and patients who are looking for specialist doctors. We can guide you through the medical cannabis treatment evidence in the UK, and the research by academics and advocates.