Patient's question:
My mother discovered breast cancer in December 2008 and underwent radical surgery. The diagnosis was mucinous breast cancer, Stage I. She received chemotherapy and has been taking tamoxifen ever since. Recently, when she sits down (specifically on the bone between her buttocks and thighs), she experiences pain when getting up, and it's only on one side. Additionally, my mother has an ovarian cyst and appendicitis! In November 2009, her follow-up examination showed everything was normal. Now, she's worried that it might have spread to the bone. My mother is 42 years old this year.Doctor's answer:
Nucleus Ct (ECT) whole body bone scan should be carefully examined for early bone metastasis. In recent years, the treatment of bone metastasis tends to favor a comprehensive evaluation plan combining radiotherapy, endocrine therapy, and immunotherapy. Since bone metastasis can recur in the bone marrow system, it may affect a person's healing function. Therefore, aggressive chemotherapy is not recommended for bone metastasis cases to avoid severe bone marrow suppression and worsening the condition. The best approach is to use traditional Chinese medicine for long-term regulation to achieve a long-term life with tumors. A content of 16.2% ginsenoside Rh2 (Humen) can control the condition and inhibit the growth and cell division of cancer cells.