Robert's Story
Lung Cancer

Robert's Story: Finding Strength in TCM

Updated 6 months agoIn remission

During radiation for lung cancer, Robert's side effects were unbearable. Acupuncture and herbs from CancerCura helped him manage pain and complete treatment. He is now in remission.

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Cancer Journey Overview

6+
months of TCM treatment
150
consecutive check-in days
0
chemo sessions after TCM
80%
quality of life improvement

Treatment Timeline

Radiation side effects

Mid 2024

"The pain and fatigue from radiation were almost too much. I nearly gave up on treatment."

Radiation

Robert was on radiation for lung cancer with severe side effects.

Platform support

July 2024

"At CancerCura, acupuncture and herbs helped ease my pain and fatigue. I was able to finish radiation."

Acupuncture and herbs

Acupuncture and herbs helped manage pain and energy so he could complete treatment.

Remission

To date

"Treatment is done and I'm in remission. I'll keep using TCM to support my recovery."

In remission

With TCM support he completed treatment. He is now in remission.

Treatment Plan Details

Herbal Medicine

Robert's herbs focused on tonifying qi and nourishing yin and easing radiation effects.

  • Astragalus, Ophiopogon - tonify qi and nourish yin
  • Adenophora, Fragrant solomonsel - moisten lung
  • Blood-activating herbs
  • Other supportive herbs

Acupuncture

Acupuncture helped ease pain and reduce fatigue.

  • LU1 (Zhongfu) - Benefit lung
  • ST36 (Zusanli) - Tonify qi
  • LI4 (Hegu) - Ease pain

Dietary Therapy

Moisten lung, nourish yin, easy to digest.

  • Pear, white fungus - Moisten lung
  • Lily - Nourish yin
  • Light, soft foods - Easy to digest

Qigong & Exercise

Gentle breathing and walking.

  • Deep breathing - Moisten lung
  • Walking - Restore energy

Robert's Daily Check-in Journey

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

Daily Check-in Dashboard

150
Consecutive check-in days
78%
Symptom improvement
6
Health coins earned

August 2024

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Symptom progress

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AI recommendations

Based on your check-in today…

Energy is low during radiation. Rest more; try pressing ST36 and LI4 to ease pain and fatigue.

Today's tip

Pear and white fungus moisten the lung; deep breathing helps. Keep up TCM after radiation.

Congratulations!

You've completed 50 check-in days and finished radiation. You earned 2 health coins. Keep supporting your recovery!

Robert's Reflections

Words from the cancer journey.

On radiation

The pain and fatigue from radiation were almost too much. I nearly gave up on treatment.

On the platform

At CancerCura, acupuncture and herbs helped ease my pain and fatigue. I was able to finish radiation.

On remission

Treatment is done and I'm in remission. I'll keep using TCM to support my recovery.

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