Mesothelioma Cancer

Mesothelioma Cancer Clinical Trials: Alternative medicine No alternative medicine treatments have proved helpful in treating mesothelioma cancer . But complementary and alternative treatments may help control mesothelioma signs and symptoms. Discuss options with your doctor. Mesothelioma can cause pressure within your chest that can make you feel as if you're always short of breath. Breathlessness can be distressing. Your doctor may recommend using supplemental oxygen or taking medications to make you more comfortable, but often these aren't enough. Combining your doctor's recommended treatments with complementary and alternative approaches may help you feel better. Alternative treatments that have shown some promise in helping people cope with breathlessness include: Acupuncture: Acupuncture uses thin needles inserted at precise points into your skin. Breath training: A nurse or physical therapist can teach you breathing techniques to use when you feel ...