Molecular Pathways and TCM Pharmacology of Breast Cancer by M.M. Van Benschoten, OMS
Ms. A is a 65 yr old female tumor right breast, previous immunotherapy of unknown ingredients by unlicensed practitioner with progression of disease. Biopsy 2/14 ER+, inoperable due to large size. Femara from 3/14 through 7/14 was ineffective, on 8/14 Abraxane chemotherapy x 5, increasing tumor markers, PET scan reveals bone and lung metastasis. With onset of liver failure, MD recommends hospice with 1-2 months life expectancy. After a stent was placed in bile duct for metastatic blockage, patient starts a plant based diet, continues herbs with no chemotherapy, and tumor markers are reduced on the next series of lab tests. On 10/14 a biopsy sample was sent to Foundation One for genetic testing.