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Updated on: noviembre 16, 2019
Sobre el cáncer anal
El cáncer de ano es un tipo de cáncer que afecta al tejido del canal anal. El canal anal es un tubo que abarca el extremo del recto a través del cual se expulsan las heces del cuerpo.
El cáncer de ano es relativamente raro, aunque las tasas de incidencia han ido aumentando gradualmente. Se estima que alrededor de una de cada 500 personas desarrollará cáncer de ano en algún momento de su vida. Si bien cualquier persona puede ser diagnosticada con cáncer del ano, se encuentra con más frecuencia en las mujeres.
Los tipos de cáncer de recto o de ano generalmente se clasifican en base a los tipos de células afectadas. Esto incluye:
- Carcinoma de células escamosas
- Carcinoma de células basales
- Carcinoma Cloacogénico
- Adenocarcinoma
Causas y factores de riesgo
El cáncer de ano es causado por una mutación genética que produce células anormales que se reproducen fuera de control en el canal anal y eventualmente forman pólipos y un tumor. Estas células cancerígenas pueden eventualmente propagarse a otras partes del cuerpo.
La causa precisa de esta mutación genética sigue siendo desconocida, aunque se han identificado algunos factores de riesgo. Dos tercios de todos los casos de cáncer del ano ocurren en individuos mayores de 55 años. Además, los fumadores tienden a tener un mayor riesgo de cáncer de ano.
Uno de los factores de riesgo más conocidos de esta enfermedad es el virus del papiloma humano (VPH). El VPH está compuesto por más de 100 virus que se transmiten sexualmente. Las infecciones de VPH son el agente catalizador de aproximadamente el 95 por ciento de los diagnósticos de cáncer rectal. En la mayoría de los casos, el sistema inmunológico puede neutralizar el VPH antes de que cree verrugas genitales o muestre algún síntoma visible. Sin embargo, las infecciones de VPH recurrentes pueden provocar cambios celulares importantes que pueden llegar a convertirse en cáncer. Afortunadamente, la vacuna contra el VPH proporciona una protección muy eficaz contra varias cepas del virus, incluidas las responsables del cáncer de ano y otros tipos de cáncer.
Detección temprana, diagnóstico y estadificación
Los signos y síntomas de la enfermedad pueden variar, pero los más comunes incluyen:
- Dolor o molestia en la zona anal
- Sangrado del recto o del ano
- Comezón o picazón anal
- Una masa o crecimiento en el canal anal
El diagnóstico y las pruebas de cáncer rectal suelen empezar con una inspección visual y un examen físico. Los oncólogos palparán cualquier crecimiento extraño en el recto y el ano o utilizarán un tubo corto e iluminado conocido como anoscopio. El médico también puede utilizar imágenes de ultrasonido, tomografías computarizadas, resonancias magnéticas o tomografías por emisión de positrones (PET por sus siglas en inglés) para obtener una mejor comprensión. Si los oncólogos descubren algún problema o anormalidad, pueden realizar una biopsia para un análisis más profundo.
Mediante estas pruebas y procedimientos, el médico asignará a su cáncer un estadio. La estadificación juega un papel importante en la evaluación de los tipos de tratamiento y en la determinación de la eficacia del mismo. El cáncer del ano se clasifica en cinco etapas (0 a IV). Cuanto más alta sea la etapa, más probable es que el cáncer se extienda a otras partes del cuerpo.
Sobre el tratamiento alternativo/natural del cáncer de ano
El tratamiento del cáncer de ano depende de su estado de salud, de sus necesidades personales y de la etapa en que el cáncer haya progresado. Típicamente, el cáncer anal se trata con cirugía o una combinación de radioterapia y quimioterapia. Sin embargo, estos tipos de tratamiento pueden dejarlo a usted y a su sistema inmunológico débil y agotado, impidiéndole combatir adecuadamente las células cancerosas.
Aquí es donde entran en juego los tratamientos alternativos Estos tratamientos naturales para pacientes con cáncer pueden funcionar en conjunto con tratamientos más tradicionales para aliviar los efectos secundarios y apoyar su recuperación.
El Immunity Therapy Center ofrece una amplia gama de tratamientos naturales alternativos que se adaptan a su salud personal, a su historial médico y a la progresión del cáncer. Nuestro equipo trabaja directamente con usted para asegurarse de que reciba un plan de tratamiento personalizado que se adapte a sus necesidades específicas. Las consultas individuales con nuestro personal aseguran que usted sea tratado como una persona y un paciente real. Para obtener más información o para programar una consulta gratuita, póngase en contacto con nosotros hoy mismo.
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Diseases and Treatments
Many patients come to us after going through several rounds of chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, and other conventional cancer treatments. Our alternative cancer therapy programs are often more effective and have fewer side effects for our patients than those treatments.
Many of our alternative therapies are designed to boost your immune system so it is better able to recognize, fight, and kill cancer cells without the need of chemotherapy and radiation.
Learn more about our alternative cancer therapies.
We offer the following alternative therapies for naturally treating cancer and other diseases:
- Whole Body Hyperthermia
- Localized Hyperthermia
- Sonodynamic Therapy
- Laser Cancer Therapy
- Insulin Potentiation Therapy (IPT)
- Rife Therapy
- Intravenous Solutions (IV Cancer Therapy)
- Enzymatic Cancer Therapy
- Oxygen Cancer Therapy
- Vitamin and Mineral Supplements
- Laetrile Therapy (Vitamin B17)
- Specific Transfer Factor Vaccine Against Cancer
- Regenerative Cell Cancer Therapy (Peptide Treatment)
- Intraperitoneal Perfusion Hyperthermia
- Viral Anticancer Vaccine
We emphasize immunotherapy cancer therapy, which includes different therapies designed to boost and strengthen your immune system so it can recognize, fight, and kill cancer cells on its own. Immunity Therapy Center is unique because we are able to offer both alternative and conventional treatments in customized, individualized programs.
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Most treatment programs are completed in three weeks. Depending on the stage and condition of your disease, you may require a treatment program of six weeks or more.
Learn more about our treatment process.
Dr. Bautista will evaluate you once your program is complete and recommend follow-up care. Depending on your situation, this may include alternative therapies, medications, and natural supplements you can take at home, or returning to our center in three to six months for further treatment.
Learn more about our alternative cancer treatment process.
Our Mexico-based Center and Team
We are in Tijuana, a major metropolitan city in Baja California, Mexico, right across the border from San Diego, California. Learn more about our location and our facility.
Dr. Bautista received formal medical training from Baja California State University in Mexico. He also holds a Masters in Nutrition from the same university. He has worked as a Director for alternative medicine hospitals. Early in his career, Dr. Bautista became interested in alternative cancer therapy and treatments and has studied alternative treatments extensively around the world.
Learn more about Dr. Bautista.
Patient Expectations and Experiences
Our alternative, natural treatment programs are completely customized and different for each person. Dr. Bautista personally evaluates each patient to design a holistic, alternative therapy program based on specific needs. He meets with every patient, every day, to monitor and evaluate his or her treatment and progress. This allows him to make immediate adjustments to treatments as needed.
Our entire team strives to make your treatment program a positive experience.
Learn more about our treatment process and listen to some of our patients’ experiences at Immunity Therapy Center.
We treat a wide range of patients with a variety of cancer types from stage 1 to stage 4, as well as patients with different autoimmune diseases, chronic degenerative diseases, and infectious diseases. All these factors, as well as previous treatments and medical history, impact individual success and survival rates.
Dr. Bautista will discuss your condition and chance of success during your initial consultation. Many of our patients do go into remission and see enhanced quality of life following treatment.
Learn more about survival and success rates.
We highly encourage bringing a friend or family member. Having strong support is an important factor in your treatment success.
Dr. Bautista and our nutritionist will discuss your diet with you during your cancer treatment. Your specific dietary needs may vary, but we encourage you to eat a balanced, organic diet as much as possible.
We have an onsite chef that prepares organic, healthy meals at our center.
Costs and Travel Arrangements
A typical three-week treatment program costs $18,995USD, and includes all therapies, diagnostics, and a healthy, organic, breakfast and lunch (+2 juices/smoothies) Monday – Saturday. Room and other board, travel costs, surgeries, and blood transfusions are not included. Some very specific therapies may not be included. Depending on your stage and condition, you may need six weeks of treatment or more.
There are options to help you cover the cost of your alternative cancer treatment at Immunity Therapy Center. Visit our Payment & Financing page to learn more.
Unfortunately, most major health insurance providers do not cover alternative treatments, but there are other options to help you cover the cost of your treatment. Visit our Payment & Financing page to learn more.
We accept major credit cards (some fees may apply), personal and cashier’s checks, wire transfers, and cash. You can also easily PAY ONLINE.
Airfare is not included in the program cost; however, transfers to and from the airport (Tijuana or San Diego) and transportation between our center and your hotel are included.
You may fly into Tijuana, Mexico or San Diego, California. Wewill make arrangements to meet and pick you up at either airport. We are only 25 minutes from the San Diego International Airport. You may also drive to the center. When you schedule your treatment, we will provide detailed driving directions.
Learn more about making travel arrangements to our facility in Tijuana, Mexico.
If you are undergoing outpatient treatment, you will need to stay in a local hotel or other lodging option during your treatment. We are located near several quality hotels in Tijuana, and have arranged special rates for our patients.
Learn more about recommended hotels and accommodations on our Travel Information page.
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