On a spring afternoon, Lao Zhangtou was leisurely shaking his fan on a park bench, next to a few chess friends, talking about his recent "feat".
It turned out that this retired worker, who was diagnosed with liver cancer, resolutely said to the doctor: "I don't have chemotherapy, cancer is gone, and the money will be gone." ”
1. Is cancer really a hopeless end?
When it comes to "cancer", many people immediately think of the word "terminal disease", just like Lao Zhangtou, who thinks that once they are "targeted" by cancer, they are equivalent to being sentenced to death.
But times have changed, science and technology are advancing, medicine is leaping forward, and this old concept should also turn the page.
In fact, cancer is far from being the incurable disease of the past, especially for those "troublemakers" who were caught at an early stage.
The chances of a cure have greatly improved, and many people bravely dance against the cancer and eventually succeed in fighting off the disease.
Chemotherapy, friend or foe?
Chemotherapy, the name sounds reminiscent of a series of unpleasant side effects such as hair loss, nausea, and fatigue, as if it is a ruthless character that makes people smell and change.
But you know what? It's actually a sheep in wolf's clothing, a warrior who silently fights cancer cells in the shadows.
Chemotherapy drugs are like agents that sneak into the body to identify and attack cancer cells that divide rapidly, although sometimes they can accidentally injure innocent normal cells and cause some side effects.
But it's all about the bigger picture – managing the disease, buying more time to survive, and even the possibility of long-term survival.
It's more like fighting enemies in a castle of the body, and although it is inevitable to get injured by mistake in the process, the goal is always to defend the homeland.
Personalized treatment, anti-cancer strategy tailored to the needs of the individual
Everyone's constitution is different, and there are very different types and stages of cancer, which means that the treatment plan cannot be generalized and must be "tailor-made".
Doctors are like high-end tailors, carefully designing treatment plans according to each patient's specific situation. Some may be more amenable to surgical resection, while others may require a combination of chemotherapy, radiotherapy, targeted therapy, or immunotherapy.
This personalized treatment strategy seeks to minimize the damage to the body and ensure the quality of life of patients while maximizing the destruction of cancer cells. Just like growing crops, it depends on the soil and climate, and you can't fertilize and water them all at once.
2. Is a healthy lifestyle really enough?
The cornerstone of health
Healthy diet and moderate exercise are undoubtedly the golden keys to cancer prevention, and they are the foundation of any disease prevention.
Limitations of self-help
However, for patients who have been diagnosed with liver cancer, relying on lifestyle changes alone is like fighting evil dragons with a wooden sword. Professional treatment is indispensable, and it is a heavy artillery in this battle.
Time waits for no one
Timing is of the essence in cancer treatment. Early treatment often means more possibilities and a better prognosis. If you put it off, you may lose hope.
After listening to the persuasion of the people around him and witnessing the improvement of several patients after comprehensive treatment, Lao Zhangtou was finally shaken.
He began to try to combine TCM conditioning and Western medicine treatment, in addition to walking and eating vegetables every day, he also went to the hospital on time to receive targeted therapy.
After a few months, he gradually became a little ruddy. Lao Zhangtou sighed: "It turns out that you can't kill all the treatments with a stick." ”
There is an old saying, "Illness comes from the mouth, and disaster comes from the mouth", reminding us to pay attention to our living habits. But when it comes to a critical moment, you can't just rely on earthwork to carry it.
Modern medicine is like a lighthouse in the fog, although it cannot guarantee that it will reach the other side smoothly every time, it is the most reliable navigation. Lao Zhangtou's story tells us that in the face of illness, we must not only have the courage to stand up for our beliefs, but also have the wisdom to accept scientific advice. After all, to live is to live clearly and hopefully.
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