Can my husband's neuroendocrine tumor be treated with Ayurveda? - #48282

YOUR HUSBAND HAS A NEUROENDOCRINE TUMOR ORIGINATING FROM THE RECTUM WITH METASTATIC DEPOSITS IN THE LIVER AND THE DISEASE IS CLASSIFIED AS EARLY GRADE TWO THIS TYPE OF TUMOR USUALLY HAS A MODERATE BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITY AND TENDS TO GROW SLOWLY WHEN COMPARED TO HIGH GRADE MALIGNANCIES THE CURRENT ABSENCE OF SYMPTOMS AND HIS ACTIVE HEALTHY LIFESTYLE INDICATE THAT SYSTEMIC FUNCTION METABOLIC STRENGTH AND ORGAN RESERVE ARE STILL WELL MAINTAINED

FROM A MEDICAL PERSPECTIVE THIS CONDITION REQUIRES CONTINUOUS MONITORING AND STRUCTURED ONCOLOGY CARE BECAUSE THE PRESENCE OF LIVER METASTASIS MEANS THE DISEASE IS SYSTEMIC AND NOT LIMITED TO A SINGLE ORGAN CHEMOTHERAPY OR OTHER MODALITIES ARE USED TO CONTROL TUMOR ACTIVITY AND PREVENT FURTHER PROGRESSION AND THESE SHOULD NEVER BE DISCONTINUED OR REPLACED WITHOUT ONCOLOGY GUIDANCE

FROM AN AYURVEDIC POINT OF VIEW THIS CONDITION IS NOT SEEN AS A LOCALIZED MASS ALONE BUT AS A DEEP DISTURBANCE OF METABOLIC REGULATION TISSUE NUTRITION AND ORGAN INTELLIGENCE WITH THE LIVER PLAYING A CENTRAL ROLE THE AIM OF AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT IS NOT AGGRESSIVE DESTRUCTION BUT SYSTEMIC STABILIZATION PROTECTION OF HEALTHY TISSUES AND SUPPORT OF THE BODY INNER REGULATORY MECHANISMS

AYURVEDA DOES NOT CLAIM TO ELIMINATE METASTATIC TUMORS BUT IT CAN BE USED TO SUPPORT LIVER FUNCTION IMMUNE BALANCE DIGESTIVE STRENGTH AND CELLULAR RESILIENCE WHEN APPLIED CAREFULLY IN SUCH CONDITIONS ANY AYURVEDIC INTERVENTION MUST BE GENTLE NON TOXIC AND LIVER SAFE BECAUSE OVERSTIMULATING OR HEAVY PREPARATIONS CAN INCREASE METABOLIC LOAD AND SILENTLY STRESS THE LIVER

THE FOCUS WOULD BE ON MAINTAINING EFFICIENT DIGESTION STABLE APPETITE PROPER NUTRIENT ASSIMILATION AND OPTIMAL LIVER ENZYME FUNCTION WHILE PREVENTING INTERNAL INFLAMMATORY LOAD AND IMMUNE DYSREGULATION SUPPORTIVE AYURVEDIC MEDICINES CAN BE SELECTED ONLY AFTER CONFIRMING LIVER STATUS AND CURRENT MEDICAL TREATMENTS

IT IS IMPORTANT TO AVOID RANDOM HERBAL COMBINATIONS METALLIC PREPARATIONS AND INTERNET BASED CANCER REMEDIES AS THESE CAN INTERFERE WITH LIVER FUNCTION AND CHEMOTHERAPY METABOLISM AYURVEDA WORKS BEST HERE AS A SUPPORTIVE SCIENCE ALIGNED WITH MODERN MEDICINE NOT IN CONFLICT WITH IT

TO PLAN ANY RESPONSIBLE AYURVEDIC SUPPORT I WOULD NEED DETAILS SUCH AS HIS AGE RECENT LIVER FUNCTION TESTS INCLUDING AST ALT ALP AND BILIRUBIN IMAGING REPORTS OF THE LIVER AND PRIMARY LESION HISTOPATHOLOGY REPORT WITH GRADE AND KI SIXTY SEVEN INDEX DETAILS OF CHEMOTHERAPY OR ANY TARGETED THERAPY HE HAS RECEIVED AND A LIST OF CURRENT MEDICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTS

BASED ON THESE REPORTS AN AYURVEDIC PLAN CAN BE DESIGNED THAT PRIORITIZES LIVER PROTECTION IMMUNE MODULATION METABOLIC STABILITY AND LONG TERM ORGAN SUPPORT WHILE CONTINUING MODERN MEDICAL SUPERVISION THE GOAL IS TO MAINTAIN PHYSICAL STRENGTH ENERGY LEVELS AND INTERNAL BALANCE OVER TIME WITHOUT CAUSING ADDITIONAL BURDEN ON THE BODY

DIETARY AND LIFESTYLE GUIDANCE ALSO BECOMES IMPORTANT EMPHASIZING SIMPLE EASILY DIGESTIBLE NOURISHING FOODS REGULAR MEAL TIMING ADEQUATE REST MODERATE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND AVOIDANCE OF ALCOHOL TOXINS AND UNNECESSARY SUPPLEMENTS ALL OF THESE DIRECTLY INFLUENCE LIVER FUNCTION AND IMMUNE STABILITY

THIS CONDITION REQUIRES A LONG TERM INTEGRATED APPROACH WHERE MODERN ONCOLOGY ADDRESSES DISEASE CONTROL AND AYURVEDA SUPPORTS THE INTERNAL ENVIRONMENT OF THE BODY SO THAT STRENGTH ORGAN FUNCTION AND QUALITY OF LIFE ARE PRESERVED OVER TIME

What is his age ?? When e was diagnosed?? Did the chemos over ? Any past history?

How his appetite/ digestion/ sleep/ bowel habit is ?? Recently PET was done or any other investigations??

Give some more information

As u mentioned he is suffering from cancer rectum with mets to liver and post chemo status in this condition according to ayurveda we can’t completely cure it only through ayurveda we need integrated approach for it in ayurveda we have some medicine which will improve ur immunity and ur general health so start with
kanchanara guggulu tab1-0-1 after food arogyavardhini tab 1-0-1 after food amritha ballataka avalehyam 1 tsp twice a day after food

Hello First, I really want to acknowledge how tough this is for you and your family. Getting a diagnosis like “neuroendocrine tumor with liver metastasis” feels like the ground falls out from under you, especially when your loved one is otherwise healthy and active. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊

YOUR CONCERN

– Diagnosis: Neuroendocrine tumor (NET) of the rectum
– Stage: It’s already spread to the liver (quite a bit of involvement)
– Grade: Early Grade 2
– Symptoms: None right now
– Previous treatment: Chemotherapy
– General health: Very good and active

AYURVEDIC UNDERSTANDING

Ayurveda cannot take the place of modern cancer treatments, especially for metastatic neuroendocrine tumors or when vital organs like the liver are involved. There just isn’t any Ayurvedic medicine that can cure or wipe out metastatic NET by itself. Anyone who promises a full cure with only Ayurveda in this situation isn’t being responsible.

But that doesn’t mean Ayurveda has nothing to offer.

Actually, this is a good time to think about integrative care. Your husband’s tumor is early grade 2, he’s not having symptoms, he’s still physically strong, and he’s already had chemotherapy. All of this creates an opportunity to support his health in a meaningful way.

From the Ayurvedic perspective, this kind of illness is called Granthi or Arbuda, usually with a Pitta–Kapha dominance, and involves deeper tissues like Rakta and Mamsa Dhatu. Since it’s spread to the liver, Ayurveda calls it Gambhira, meaning it’s deep-seated and chronic.

So, what can Ayurveda realistically do?

It can help slow down disease progression, support liver function, lower the risk of further spread or recurrence, boost immunity, ease chemo side effects, and help maintain strength, appetite, and digestion. In short, it can really help improve both quality and, sometimes, length of life. Plenty of people do well for years with a combination of treatments.

INTERNAL MEDICATION

1. Guduchi 1-0-1 after food Great for immunity, liver protection, and helping the body handle chemo.

2. Bhumyamalaki kadhi 15ml-0-15ml +45 ml water Supports liver detox and metabolism, helpful when the liver’s involved.

3. Kanchanar Guggulu 1-0-1 after food This is a classic for abnormal tissue growth, but must be used with caution in liver cases.

4. Rasayana therapy after chemo (like Amalaki Rasayana): 1 tsp morning empty stomach Builds tissue strength, slows degeneration, supports longevity.

DIET PLAN

Go for light, fresh, warm foods; easy-to-digest proteins; well-cooked vegetables; a diet that balances Pitta and Kapha; and plenty of fluids. Stay away from alcohol, processed foods, red meat, sugar, and fried or greasy foods.

About the future and I want to be real but hopeful — early grade 2 neuroendocrine tumors often grow slowly and can be managed for a long time. Many people live well for years, especially when they combine oncology, Ayurveda, good nutrition, and emotional support.

Warm regards,
Dr. Snehal Vidhate

HELLO,

Neuroendocrine tumours are slow growing cancers that arise from special cells which have features of both nerve cells and hormone- producing cells . These cells are present in the intestine, pancreas, lungs, and rectum

In your husband’s case: -The tumor started in the rectum -It has spread to the liver -It is Grade 2 , which means –not very aggresive –not very slow either –grows at a moderate speed

WHY ARE THERE NO SYMPTOMS? Many neuroendocrine tumors -grow slowly -do not cause pain initially -do not affect digestion or appetite early

Absence of symptoms does not mean absence of disease, but it dos mean -the body is still coping well -quality of life can be preserved for a long time with proper care

Ayurveda does not use the term “cancer” as modern medicine does. This condition corresponds to -Arbuda/Granthi- abnormal, deep rooted tissue growth -Involvement of –kapha= growth, heaviness –pitta=cellular activity, liver involvement –Rakta and Mamsa Dhatus = bood and muscle tissues

-Yakrit (liver) Dushti due to metastasis -Subtle Agni disturbance at tissue level (even if digestio seems normal)

Ayurveda considers this a chronic, deep seated disorder, which means management and control not instant reversal

TREATMENT GOALS

PRIMARY GOALS -stabilize disease -prevent further spread -protect liver cells -maintain digestion and metabolism -prevet weakness and weight loss

SECONDARY LOSS -reduce mental stress -improve sleep -prevent complication -improve longevity with comfort

INTERNAL MEDICATIONS

A) LIVER SUPPORT AND DETOX

-GUDUCHI GHAN VATI= 500mg tab twice daily after meals =improves immunity, supports liver, gentle rasayana

-BHUMYAMALAKI CAPSULE= 1 cap twice daily after meals =hepatoprotective, reduces liver stress

-PUNARNAVA TABLET= 1 tab twice daily after meals =supports liver, reduces tissue congestion, supports circulation

B) DIGESTION AND METABOLISM

-TRIKATU CHURNA= 1/4 tsp twice daily before meals with warm water =prevents ama (toxic metabolic waste)

-HINGWASTAKA CHURNA= 1/2 tsp with warm water before meals =bloating or heaviness reduction

C) RASAYANA

-AMALAKI RASAAYANA= 1 tsp in morning = antioxidant, supports tissues without overstimulation

EXTERNAL THERAPIES -Gentle oil massage once weekly with warm sesame oil

DIET -freshly cooked, warm meals -mung dal, soft rice -steamed vegetables -bitter vegetables small quantity -pomegranate -papaya -buttermilk with roasted cumin

AVOID -red meat -alcohol -sugar -processed food -deep fried food -cold foods and ice creams

PRINCIPLE= light, warm, Digestible, non-stimulating

LIFESTYLE -maintain daily routine -avoid late nights -gentle physical activity -avoid exhaution -spend time in sunlight -emotional stability is crucial

YOGA AND PRANAYAM -anulom vilom -bhramari -gentle walking -meditation

AVOID -forceful kapalbhati -long breath retention -intense yoga

HOME REMEDIES -warm water sip throughout day -turmeric with ghee pinch only -coriander seed water -pomegranate juice fresh

This is a slow growing cancer, not an emergency cancer with -modern oncology -safe ayurvedic support -proper diet and lifestyle

Long survival with good quality of life is possible

But -avoid false promise -avoid delaying medical treatment -choose integration, not replacement

DO FOLLOW

HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL

THANK YOU

DR. MAITRI ACHARYA

Consulting the senior AYURVEDIC PHYSICIAN