No alternative medicine treatments have proven useful in the treatment of mesothelioma. But complementary and alternative treatments can help the signs and symptoms of mesothelioma control. Discuss options with your doctor.
Mesothelioma can cause pressure inside your chest that can make you feel like you are always short of breath. Shortness of breath can be painful. Your doctor may recommend the use of oxygen or take medication to make you more comfortable, but often this is not enough. Combine recommended by your doctor with complementary and alternative treatments can help you feel better.
Alternative treatments that have shown some promise in helping people cope with shortness of breath are:
Acupuncture. Acupuncture uses fine needles inserted into specific points in your skin.
Breath training. A nurse or physical therapist can teach you breathing techniques to use when you feel breathless. Sometimes you may feel out of breath and start to panic. Using these techniques can help you feel more in control of your breathing.
Relaxation exercises. Slowly tensing and relaxing various muscle groups can help you feel more comfortable and breathe easier. Your doctor may refer you to a therapist who can teach you relaxation exercises so that you can make yourself.
Sitting near a fan. Leading a fan of your face can help relieve shortness of breath.
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