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Updated on: November 16, 2019
About Intestinal Cancer
Intestinal cancer refers to cancer affecting the small intestine, the part of the digestive system that connects the stomach to the large intestine. Despite the name, intestinal cancer does not include cancers affecting the large intestine, which is instead categorized as colon or colorectal cancer.
Despite the small intestine making up a large portion of the digestive system, intestinal cancers are much rarer than other types of cancer affecting the gastrointestinal tract. In the United States, stomach cancer, esophagus cancer, and colon cancers tend to be more common than intestinal cancers.
There are four major types of intestinal cancer. Accounting for about every one in three small intestine cancer, adenocarcinomas start in the gland cells in the intestinal lining. Carcinoid tumors are a type of neuroendocrine tumor and the most common type of intestinal tumor. Sarcomas affect muscles and other connective tissues. Lymphomas start in lymphocytes, a type of immune cell. Most types of intestinal cancer develop in the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine.
Causes and Risk Factors
Intestinal cancer is caused by a genetic mutation that triggers certain cells within the small intestine to grow out of control. This results in tumors and growths that may spread to other parts of the body. The exact cause of these genetic mutations remains unknown.
Certain inherited syndromes, including Peutz-Jeghers syndrome, cystic fibrosis, and familial adenomatous polyposis, may increase your risk of intestinal cancer.
Celiac disease, a condition characterized by an overactive immune response following gluten ingestion, may contribute to the development of certain types of intestinal cancer. Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease may also contribute to a higher risk of intestinal cancer, particularly adenocarcinoma. People who were colon cancer patients before may also be at a higher risk of developing intestinal cancer.
In terms of lifestyle, diets high in red meat and salted foods may increase the risk of small intestine cancer. Smoking and drinking alcohol may also have a similar effect, but there are no conclusive results.
Early Detection, Diagnosis, and Staging
Symptoms of small intestine cancer can be vague and easily mistaken for other common conditions, which can make diagnosis difficult. The most common signs and symptoms of intestinal cancer include:
- Pain in the abdomen
- Sudden unintended weight loss
- Nausea and vomiting
- Persistent fatigue
- Anemia
- Yellowing in the skin and eyes
- Dark-colored stools (a sign of bleeding in the intestines)
Diagnosing intestinal cancer starts with a physical exam that allows the doctor to feel for any swelling or listen for sounds of intestinal blockage. If your doctor suspects intestinal cancer, they may proceed to a blood test or imaging tests to get a picture of what’s happening inside your body. The doctor may also perform an endoscopy, which involves using a long tube with a camera attached to its end to look at your duodenum, or take a tissue sample for examination.
If you are diagnosed with intestinal cancer, the doctor will proceed with staging. Stages are determined using the TNM system and on a scale of 0 through IV. Higher stages indicate greater metastasis of colon cancer cells.
About Intestinal Cancer Alternative Treatment and Natural Remedies
Alternative and natural treatments offer an effective means of treating intestinal cancer without the side effects of traditional cancer treatments, like radiation therapy and chemotherapy. These conventional therapy and treatments often leave cancer patients physically weak and fatigued while harming their immune system. If you are someone who has intestinal cancer, or know someone who does, you may want to consider an alternative cancer treatment and therapy.
Immunity Therapy Center is a cancer center dedicated to treating cancer and fighting tumor cells through natural alternative treatments and customized treatment plans tailored to your personal needs. We want to help you, or your loved one, fight this disease without the harshness of radiation therapy and chemotherapy. We provide a personalized intestinal cancer alternative treatment for every patient. If you or a loved one is struggling with cancer, explore all our options such as esophagus cancer, colon cancer, or stomach cancer alternative treatment. We believe every patient should be treated like a person, not a chart, and work diligently to ensure our patients feel cared for and heard. Contact us to learn more and to receive your custom treatment plan.
Sources:
- https://www.cancer.org/cancer/small-intestine-cancer/about/what-is-small-intestine-cancer.html
- https://medlineplus.gov/intestinalcancer.html
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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.
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We offer the following alternative therapies for naturally treating cancer and other diseases:
- Whole Body Hyperthermia
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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