There are some common side effects to chemo and radiation that can be treated naturally, generally without interfering with your conventional protocol. Our doctors hope that the following information will be useful to you. Please keep in mind that it is for informational purposes and is no substitute for the advice provided by your own physician or other medical professional. You should never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking medical treatment due to information obtained on clarajean.org.

Neuropathy: This side-effect can be fairly common with many chemotherapies.  It often increases over time and can last long after chemotherapy is over.  The good news is that this type of neuropathy is very treatable and usually resolves completely.

• Vitamin B-6: 100 mg of this nutrient, with a B-complex supplement, taken with food.  Check with your physician before starting, since some B vitamins can interfere with certain chemotherapies.
• Glutamine: 3000 – 10,000 mg.  This amino acid can help to decrease neuropathy, even if chemotherapy has ended.
• Magnesium: 200-400 mg.  This essential muscle relaxant can help to decrease muscle cramps and other spasms.
• Massage: Body work is very useful in increasing blood flow to your hands and feet and which can help healing nutrients to those affected areas.
• Acupuncture: This therapy is very helpful in preventing as well as reducing neuropathy.