Emma's Story
Breast Cancer

Emma's Story: A Journey of Resilience

Updated 2 years agoStable

Emma was diagnosed with recurrent breast cancer. Alongside Western treatment, she used TCM through our platform to support her body and reduce side effects. She has been stable for over two years.

Breast cancerRecurrenceIntegrative careSuccess story

Cancer Journey Overview

24+
months of TCM treatment
500
consecutive check-in days
0
chemo sessions after TCM
90%
quality of life improvement

Treatment Timeline

Recurrence

2022

"When I learned my breast cancer had recurred, I was devastated. My doctor recommended continuing treatment, but I worried whether my body could take it."

Recurrence diagnosed

Emma had a recurrence after her first round of treatment and faced treatment again.

Adding TCM

Late 2022

"I decided to add TCM alongside Western treatment. CancerCura helped me support my constitution and reduce side effects. I felt I had real support."

TCM support

Herbs and acupuncture complemented Western treatment, supporting the body and easing adverse effects.

Stable life

To date

"I've been stable for over two years now. I have regular check-ups, keep up with check-in and TCM, and life is largely back to normal."

Stable

TCM combined with Western treatment helped Emma control the disease and maintain good quality of life.

Treatment Plan Details

Herbal Medicine

Emma's formula focused on supporting the body and regulating liver qi.

  • Astragalus, Codonopsis - support qi
  • Bupleurum, White peony - regulate liver qi
  • Ganoderma - support immunity
  • Other supportive herbs

Acupuncture

Acupuncture helped ease anxiety, improve sleep and energy.

  • LV3 (Taichong) - Regulate liver
  • HT7 (Shenmen) - Calm mind
  • ST36 (Zusanli) - Tonify qi
  • SP6 (Sanyinjiao) - Nourish blood

Dietary Therapy

Balanced nutrition, nourish yin and moisten dryness.

  • White fungus and lotus seed - Nourish yin
  • Leafy greens - Regulate liver
  • Quality protein - Support body

Qigong & Exercise

Eight Brocades and relaxation exercises.

  • Eight Brocades - Harmonize qi and blood
  • Relaxation breathing - Reduce stress

Emma's Daily Check-in Journey

Emma Sticking to daily check-in was a key part of her recovery. Here's how the platform supported her.

Daily Check-in Dashboard

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88%
Symptom improvement
15
Health coins earned

June 2023

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Symptom progress

Anxiety
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AI recommendations

Based on your check-in today…

Your mood is steady today. Keep up Eight Brocades and relaxation breathing to calm the mind.

Today's tip

Soak your feet in warm water for 15 minutes before bed and press Shenmen (HT7) to improve sleep.

Congratulations!

You've been stable with check-in for over 500 days. You earned 5 health coins!

Emma's Reflections

Words from the cancer journey.

On recurrence

When I learned my breast cancer had recurred, I was devastated. My doctor recommended continuing treatment, but I worried whether my body could take it.

On integrative care

I decided to add TCM alongside Western treatment. CancerCura helped me support my constitution and reduce side effects. I felt I had real support.

On stability

I've been stable for over two years now. I have regular check-ups, keep up with check-in and TCM, and life is largely back to normal.

Start your own recovery journey

If you or a loved one is fighting cancer, believe that hope remains. Our TCM experts will create a tailored treatment plan for you.

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