Hanyang Med Rev.  2010 May;30(2):126-135. 10.7599/hmr.2010.30.2.126.

Integrative Medicine for Cancer Patients

• Chun M

• KMID: 2284500
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.7599/hmr.2010.30.2.126

Abstract

Majority of cancer patients used CAM modalities during and even after cancer treatment. Main reasons for CAM use are to improve immunity, with expectation of fewer recurrences, and to have better quality of life. Still many patients did not reveal precise detailed information of CAM use to their physicians. Due to possible interaction between herbs and cancer drugs, it is essential for physicians to know whether their patients use CAM modalities or not and to have interest in existing evidence. This article will provide the lists of evidence and references on supplements and life styles including diet and exercise. Mind body medicine is not commonly used in Korea but there is increasing evidence on meditation and usefulness with relaxation even in supportive care.

Keyword

Integrative Oncology; CAM; Cancer; Integrative Medicine

MeSH Terms

Diet
Humans
Integrative Medicine
Korea
Life Style
Meditation
Mind-Body Therapies
Quality of Life
Recurrence
Relaxation

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