How home remedies can alleviate side-effects of breast cancer treatment?

Breast cancer treatment comes with a number of side-effects. Apart from the medical complications, it is also a mind-altering and emotionally challenging treatment.

The side-effects tend to differ from person to person, with a few of them persisting even after the treatment ends, say oncologists at AMRI Hospital, one of the leading hospitals in Kolkata. Listed below are some of the most common lingering effects:

Fatigue
Headache
Breast pain
Stress and anxiety
Cognitive and memory loss

Along with available medical treatments, a number of home remedies are also effective in relieving the side-effects of cancer treatment, believe experts at AMRI Hospitals. However, it is important to note that these remedies cannot help in treating the cancer itself.

Read on to know the remedies which can be used at home to find relief:

Home remedies for fatigue

Following a fixed daily routine can help you in conserving your energy
Maintain a proper sleep schedule
Stick to a balanced diet
Incorporate a few aerobic exercises like cycling, walking, swimming in your everyday routine

Home remedies for breast pain

Ice pack
Warm compression
Self-massage
Epsom salt or magnesium bath

Home remedies for vaginal pain

Cold compression for relief
Apply a diluted mixture of apple cider vinegar and water for reducing pain and itching
An Epsom salt bath to get relief

Home remedies for stress and anxiety

Physical exercise for burning off anxious energy
Mindfulness-based meditation
Yoga

Home remedies for cognitive and memory loss

Try breaking your normal routine with some new activities of interest
Adopt practices that can help in making you organized
Indulge in activities that boost your mental functioning and concentration
Try keeping yourself away from as many distractions as possible

Home remedies for immunity

Include immune-boosting foods into your diet, such as:
Garlic
Ginger
Yogurt
Oats
Mushrooms

Despite the effectiveness of the above mentioned home remedies, it becomes important to consult your doctor before using them. And, most importantly, focus on your healing process and reach out for help whenever the need arises. Take care!

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