What the English source shows.
- Evidence group
- Theoretical papers, opinion papers and reviews
- Journal
- PEDIATRIC BLOOD CANCER, 2008, 50:490-493
- English PDF
- Page 72
Abstract focus
Children with cancer frequently use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), especially in conjunction with conventional therapy. Dietary supplements are a commonly used CAM modality, with the prevalence of supplement use ranging from 35% to 50% of children with cancer in surveys completed in the United States.
Context from Dr. Gutman’s comments
This review article appeared in a major childhood leukemia/lymphoma journal that discusses the usefulness of natural products (Complementary & Alternative Medicine, or CAM treatments) in patients with this group of blood cancers. A handful of these products appear to mitigate the side-effects of chemotherapy, among them Immunocal.
How to use this study responsibly
- Read it according to its evidence group, not as a universal product promise.
- Use the English PDF to verify the abstract and commentary directly.
- For medical conditions, treatment, pregnancy, breastfeeding or medication, speak with a qualified healthcare professional.