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The potential immune-modulating properties of aloe vera have been combined with chemotherapy in patients with various types of metastatic cancer, demonstrating reduced tumour progression and improved survival when compared with patients who received conventional chemotherapy alone.
People mainly use aloe vera for skin conditions. There is some evidence to support its use for minor skin problems and burns. Some people with cancer use aloe vera during radiotherapy treatment. They believe it helps to heal and soothe burns caused by their radiotherapy treatment.
20 mar 2024 · Aloe vera is a succulent plant. The thick gel obtained from its leaves is used to heal wounds, treat burns, psoriasis, frostbite, ulcerative colitis, diabetes and to relieve constipation.
1 gru 2021 · Aloe vera, as one of the oldest medical plants, has long been used to reduce inflammation, treat constipation, treat skin diseases, and speed wound healing [1]. At the same time, some people still believe that aloe vera has anticancer effects and use it in clinics.
Results: Aloe vera may not be effective for prophylaxis or treatment of radiation adverse effects in breast cancer patients. Moderate efficacy was seen when aloe vera was used in combination with mild soap versus soap as monotherapy for the treatment of radiation skin reactions.
Radiation-induced oral side effects can be ameliorated with the topical application of aloe vera before treatment, researchers suggested at the first European Society of Medical Oncology Asia Cancer Conference.
After taking a sip of ice-cold aloe vera juice and cleansing his hands in aloe vera scented alcohol hand gel, there was no surprise when my patient asked me whether this versatile plant could help to cure his colon cancer.
