Cancer
Index of Diseases / Health Conditions ... Medicinal Foods, Herbs, Spices & Household Items
The below provides a general overview on this topic and may not apply to everyone. Any treatment protocol should be discussed with a qualified healthcare practitioner ... Please refer to: Medical & Legal Disclaimer.
Tumors can be benign or malignant (cancerous) and can involve any organ or system. Some species of birds tend to develop benign fatty tumors called "Lipomas."
- Lipomas are commonly seen in overweight Amazon Parrot, Rose-breasted Cockatoos and Budgies. It seems that older budgies are more prone to tumors of the ovary, testicle or kidney, which may eventually put pressure on the sciatic nerve on the affected side, resulting in lameness of the foot or leg.
- Fibromas are tumors found on the wing and they may need to be surgically removed. In some instances, amputation of the wing may be necessary.
Eliminate Known Carcinogens From Your Pet's Environment. These include:
• herbicides,
• insecticides
• second-hand smoke
• radiation exposure
• and some viruses
Provide supportive care ...
Organic, fresh produce; a high quality avian supplement, plenty of fresh air and exposure to natural sunlight throughout the day - in addition to protecting your pet from any stressful situations - will strengthen your pet's immune system, enabling it to better fight cancerous cells and disease pathogens.
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Parallels can be drawn from nutritional recommendations for human cancer patients.
Potential Hydrogen Peroxide Cancer Treatment: (HUMAN Applications only! Discuss with your vet)
- Supporter: from Cancer Tutor (applicable to human treatments, discuss with your vet)
- Against: The American Cancer Society states that "there is no scientific evidence that hydrogen peroxide is a safe, effective or useful cancer treatment", and advises cancer patients to "remain in the care of qualified doctors who use proven methods of treatment and approved clinical trials of promising new treatments."
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