This post belongs in the Off-Topic forum, however If possible will the Moderator(s) leave a “moved link”
so that my GTM buddies can see this? The GTM Sub-forum is pretty much the only place that I post
and I’ve met people here that I feel comfortable sharing this information with.
On that note, I’d like to offer some hope to those that are facing similar situations. Hopefully this
message is seen by many so they can become better informed or at least find an outlet to discuss
their personal experiences. I’m writing to help others cope and know that there are other methods
of care besides the typical medical procedures of chemo/radiation/surgery.
Back in October 2015 my father was rushed to the hospital via ambulance for severe pain in his lower,
right back. After X-Ray and CT Scan imaging the doctors determined that a blockage in the artery
supplying the kidney was causing his pain. The scans also showed lesions on my father’s liver, as well
as a large lump in his right lung. We were shocked at the results because he never showed symptoms
or complained about any pain.
It was our job to break the news to my father who was clueless about the devastation on our faces.
He was given nine months to live; the doctors wanted to admit him immediately to administer chemo
and radiation. This was NOT an option for us.
In my mind, the next step was already clear. My family has been following my research on naturopathic
medicines and natural healing. They have been practicing natural medicines for about three years.
Luckily my father was on board after having coached him after his heart attack. We were able to get him
100% off all drugs. He is the only 70 year old in his circle of family and friends that is totally medicine free.
This also holds true with my mother (66 years old).
Immediately I suggested that he begin a 100% organic, vegetable based diet. We purchased a juicer so
that he could liquefy and concentrate the nutrients from the greens (high anti-oxidant concentration).
The consumptions of all processed foods and oils ceased; if it can’t be grown in a garden, he wasn’t going
to eat it. A minimum of two liters of reverse osmosis water each day, mixed with plant based, colloidal
vitamins started along with pure Vitamin C intravenous once a week.
We contacted one of the best Naturopathic doctors in the United States for expert advice. After reviewing
my father’s medical records he was able to suggest (determine?) that the lump in the chest was calcified
and benign. The doctor even postulated that the lump may simply be a ‘cyst’ of sorts. It’s pretty amazing
considering three specialists who consulted with my father face-to-face could not figure this out? In any case,
we are treating this as a threatening and cancerous lump and not taking anything lightly. The naturopath
prescribed remedies consisting of balanced nutrients to strengthen my father’s immune system in order to
combat the lesions on the liver and mass in his lung.
Three times a week he is taking a ‘dead sea salt’ bath which is supposed to help remove radiation caused by
the X-Ray and CT scan machines. This is something new that I learned and apparently this technique is used
by the Army. For the past three weeks he has also been cycling Lycopodium and Carcinosin which is a
Homeopathic medicine that uses a “plussing” technique to heighten the immune system’s ability to fight foreign
cells in the body. Many of these methods are age-old recipes used by Chinese and East Indian practitioners
with excellent results.
For about 80 days his diet has gone from “normal food” to vitamins, minerals, and organic vegetables. Are we
doing enough? Only time will tell. We are waiting for an appointment to have a high definition ultra-sound
performed to observe the size of the lump. Ideally we would like to see a reduction in size, or at least no
further growth.
Almost three months have passed and I’m finally able to think clearly and put my thoughts on ‘paper’. It has
been an eye opening and emotional experience. This is the sort of diagnosis we would have expected during
his unhealthy period in life, not after proper diet and nutrition was introduced. It’s tough to sleep because
I’m constantly thinking that his final days are fast approaching, but on the other hand I’m optimistic that he
will pull through.
I can’t imagine the fear that my father must be experiencing over the last few months. To be enjoying life one
day, and then given a death sentence the following day is hardly easy to deal with. It just doesn’t seem possible
that someone so vibrant and full of energy can be experiencing such adverse conditions within. If it wasn’t for
the lower back pain, he wouldn’t even know about the lump in his chest! Sometimes I wonder if knowing is
just stressing him out more, or if this was a message to get him on track before nothing can be done?
I’ll be happy to post an image of the updated ultrasound in the new year. If anyone is interested I have an audio
Recording of the consultation. Just send me a PM to receive the link. There is some decent info to be heard.
Maybe it will help save someone from unnecessary suffering.
Stay safe and healthy. Happy New Year to all.
Clear Scan 2010 (Two years after heart attack July 2008)
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Scan Taken October 2015 (estimated growing for two years?)
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