Acerca del cáncer de boca
El cáncer de boca, a veces conocido como cáncer de cavidad oral, se refiere a los tipos de cáncer que afectan a cualquier parte de la boca, incluyendo:
- Los labios
- Las encías
- El interior de la mejilla
- La lengua
- El techo o el piso de la boca
Los cánceres de boca se agrupan a menudo en una categoría más amplia de cánceres de cabeza y cuello y se diagnostican y tratan de manera similar.
Los cánceres de boca se identifican frecuentemente por el lugar donde se producen en la cavidad oral y las células específicas que que afectan. Más del 90 por ciento de los cánceres orales se diagnostican como carcinoma de células escamosas. Las células escamosas son las que recubren la boca y la garganta, pero las mutaciones pueden hacer que estas células crezcan de forma anormal. Los carcinomas verrucosos comprenden alrededor del cinco por ciento de todos los tumores en la cavidad oral. Esta es una forma de crecimiento lento del cáncer que comprende principalmente células escamosas.
El cáncer de labio es el tipo de cáncer de boca más frecuente y afecta principalmente a los hombres. Se presenta en dos formas: el carcinoma de células basales y el carcinoma oral de células escamosas.
Causas y factores de riesgo
Como con otros cánceres, el cáncer de boca puede tener un componente genético que contribuye a la mutación de las células que resulta en crecimientos anormales del tumor. Los cánceres de boca y oral son dos veces más comunes en los hombres y la mayoría de los diagnósticos se dan después de los 55 años, aunque la gente más joven puede tener cáncer de boca.
El consumo de tabaco representa el mayor riesgo de cáncer de boca. Se sabe que alrededor del 80 por ciento de los pacientes con cáncer de boca utilizan alguna forma de tabaco (cigarrillos, tabaco de mascar, rapé). Este riesgo puede depender de la frecuencia y la duración del consumo de tabaco.
El consumo excesivo de alcohol también es un factor de riesgo significativo, con alrededor del 70 por ciento de los diagnósticos asociados con el uso excesivo de alcohol. Aquellos que fuman y beben en exceso son alrededor de un 100 por ciento más propensos a desarrollar cáncer de boca.
Detección temprana, diagnóstico y estadificación
Los signos y síntomas más comunes del cáncer de boca incluyen:
- Llagas en la boca o llagas en los labios que no se curan.
- Parches blancos o rojizos en la boca, las encías o la lengua.
- Dolor persistente en la boca
- Dificultad para masticar o tragar
- Tensión en la mandíbula o dificultad para mover la lengua
- La lengua u otras áreas de la boca se sienten entumecidas
- Dientes sueltos
- Halitosis persistente
El diagnóstico suele implicar biopsias y pruebas de imagen. El médico puede realizar una prueba de deglución de bario para identificar irregularidades o síntomas adicionales en la boca, laringe, faringe y áreas circundantes. Puede que usted también necesite someterse a una endoscopia para determinar si el cáncer se extiende más allá de su boca hasta la garganta.
La clasificación por etapas permite a su médico evaluar las opciones de tratamiento apropiadas. Las etapas van desde 0 a 4 para describir la gravedad de las células cancerosas, y la mayoría de los proveedores también utilizan el sistema TNM.
- T designa la formación de un tumor.
- N identifica los cánceres que se han extendido a los nódulos linfáticos.
- M se refiere a los cánceres de la boca que han hecho metástasis a otras partes del cuerpo.
Acerca del tratamiento alternativo/natural del cáncer de boca
Un plan de tratamiento para el cáncer de boca puede incluir cirugía, radiación y quimioterapia. Mientras que estos los tratamientos tradicionales pueden ser efectivos, también se sabe que estos vienen con efectos secundarios que pueden dejar su sistema inmunológico debilitado. Los tratamientos alternativos ofrecen remedios naturales para combatir el cáncer y manejar los efectos secundarios de los tratamientos más tradicionales. El Immunity Therapy Center ofrece una gama de tratamientos alternativos, incluyendo:
- Suplementos de vitaminas y minerales
- Hipertermia
- La terapia sonodinámica
- Terapia de cáncer biomagnético
El Immunity Therapy Center se dedica a proporcionar remedios totalmente naturales y opciones de tratamiento para cáncer. Con sede en Tijuana, México, el equipo de atención médica del Immunity Therapy Center trabaja directamente con usted para desarrollar un plan de tratamiento personalizado que se adapte a su salud personal. Las consultas personalizadas con el Dr. Bautista aseguran que se le trate como a un humano, no como a otro paciente. Para saber más o para obtener una consulta gratuita, por favor contáctenos hoy.
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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
- 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.
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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.
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.
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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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