Chinese Herbal and Acupuncture Treatment Protocols for Esophageal Cancer - Formulas, Protocols, TCM Diagnoses

Esophageal Cancer - Basics

Esophageal Cancer develops in the inner layer of the esophagus, the muscular tube through which food particles travel to the stomach. There are two major types of esophageal cancer: Adenocarcinoma (found in the lower part of the esophagus near the stomach) and Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the esophagus (found in the upper area of the esophagus). Individuals in early stages of esophageal cancer might not exhibit any symptoms, but as the cancer progresses common symptoms include heartburn, pain when swallowing, weight loss, pain in the chest or back, prolonged hoarseness or cough.

Below you will find alternative and natural treatment options including those from a Chinese Medicine perspective for Esophageal Cancer.

Esophageal Cancer - Diagnostic Patterns

The Chinese Medicine treatment of esophageal cancer generally involves arriving at the appropriate TCM diagnosis or pattern. This pattern within the individual is what treatment is based on not the general condition (see treating the cause and not the symptoms).

The following patterns may represent the underlying contributing factors for the development of esophageal cancer:

• Stomach Fire
• Stomach Qi Deficiency
• Phlegm Stagnation

Esophageal Cancer - Formulas From Our Store

The following herbal formulas are potentially useful in the process of treating esophageal cancer. For a complete list from our store with more details see our esophageal cancer formula section.

• Kang Zhong Wan

Esophageal Cancer - Questions

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