Lisa's Story
Breast Cancer

Lisa's Story: Holistic Recovery

Updated 1.5 years agoRecovered

After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Lisa received both conventional and TCM care. This combination helped her recover physically and emotionally. She is now recovered.

Breast cancerIntegrative careHolistic recoverySuccess story

Cancer Journey Overview

18+
months of TCM treatment
400
consecutive check-in days
6
chemo sessions after TCM
95%
quality of life improvement

Treatment Timeline

Diagnosis

2023

"After my breast cancer diagnosis I wanted both Western treatment and whole-person care. So from the start I chose integrative care."

Diagnosis and choice

Lisa chose conventional and TCM together from the beginning.

Dual track

2023–2024

"During chemo and surgery, TCM helped reduce side effects and improved my sleep and mood. I felt fully supported."

TCM support

Herbs and acupuncture eased side effects and supported body and mind during surgery and chemo.

Recovered

To date

"I'm recovered now, both physically and emotionally. I'm grateful for the holistic recovery that integrative care made possible."

Recovered

Conventional and TCM together helped Lisa recover physically and emotionally.

Treatment Plan Details

Herbal Medicine

Lisa's formula focused on supporting the body, nourishing blood, and easing chemo effects.

  • Astragalus, Angelica - tonify qi and blood
  • Lycium, Ligustrum - nourish liver and kidney
  • Ganoderma - support immunity
  • Other supportive herbs

Acupuncture

Acupuncture helped ease nausea, fatigue and mood.

  • ST36 (Zusanli) - Strengthen spleen
  • PC6 (Neiguan) - Stop vomiting
  • HT7 (Shenmen) - Calm mind

Dietary Therapy

Balanced nutrition, nourish blood and yin.

  • Red dates, longan - Nourish blood
  • Black sesame - Nourish body
  • Quality protein - Restore strength

Qigong & Exercise

Eight Brocades and relaxation.

  • Eight Brocades - Harmonize qi and blood
  • Relaxation and meditation - Body and mind recovery

Lisa's Daily Check-in Journey

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

Daily Check-in Dashboard

400
Consecutive check-in days
92%
Symptom improvement
14
Health coins earned

March 2024

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Symptom progress

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AI recommendations

Based on your check-in today…

Your body and mind are in good shape today. Keep up Eight Brocades and relaxation for lasting recovery.

Today's tip

Red dates and longan nourish blood; quality protein supports recovery. Body and mind together.

Congratulations!

You've completed 100 consecutive check-in days. You earned 6 health coins!

Lisa's Reflections

Words from the cancer journey.

On diagnosis

After my breast cancer diagnosis I wanted both Western treatment and whole-person care. So from the start I chose integrative care.

On dual track

During chemo and surgery, TCM helped reduce side effects and improved my sleep and mood. I felt fully supported.

On recovery

I'm recovered now, both physically and emotionally. I'm grateful for the holistic recovery that integrative care made possible.

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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