Patient's question:
Recently, I was diagnosed with pelvic cancer. I would like to ask how many times of chemotherapy can be effective in advanced pelvic cancer?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pelvic cancer first requires surgical removal of the tumor, and it is also necessary to determine whether the tumor has already metastasized. Generally, after surgical removal, local or systemic radiotherapy is performed to prevent the regeneration or spread of cancer cells. Therefore, it is advisable to have regular follow-up examinations after the initial treatment.Choosing traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for pelvic cancer, TCM considers this condition to fall under the category of "scars and masses." The treatment primarily involves the combined use of herbs that promote blood circulation, eliminate masses, and relieve pain. Examples include the combination of San Luo and E Zhu with Ta Ren and Da Huang. If necessary, herbs with anti-tumor effects, such as Huang Qi (Astragalus), Bai Zhu (Atractylodes), and She Cao (Coptis), can be added to the treatment for a comprehensive approach.