Liver & Gallbladder Cancer - Inside Health Clinic

Did you know?

• Hepatic cancer is associated with Hepatitis B and C viruses, and cirrhosis (scarring of the liver due to damage).
• 5 year survival is only about 7.5%.
• Liver metastases are very common from a variety of other cancers.

Common Signs & Symptoms

• Jaundice
• Enlarged liver and/or spleen
• Anorexia
• Fatigue
• Belly pain
• Ascites (fluid accumulated in the abdomen)
• Weight loss
• Elevated liver enzymes

Common Naturopathic Treatment Would Focus On

• Antioxidants for liver cell membranes
• Reducing cell migration and metastasis
• Supporting immune function

Avoid

• Alcohol
• Red meat
• Fungal aflatoxins (grow in soil, decaying vegetation, hay, and grains)
• Anabolic steroids (ie synthetic testosterone)
• Xenobiotics (chemical substances not naturally produced by the body)