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Creatine
Creatine
Creatine is an amino acid derivative that has been studied for effects on cancer anorexia/weight loss syndrome. In one study there was no statistically significant differences in creatine group compared to placebo group in weight gain, fist-grip strength, and body composition.
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Testosterone Replacement for Anorexia
Testosterone Replacement for Anorexia
Testosterone is an anabolic steroid hormone that is the primary sex hormone in males. Testosterone replacement is the provision of testosterone to the patient. Testosterone replacement has been studied in patients with cancer for treatment of hot flashes as well as other symptoms.
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Acupuncture/Electroacupuncture for Anorexia
Acupuncture/Electroacupuncture for Anorexia
Acupuncture is a method of producing analgesia or altering the function of a body system by inserting fine, wire-thin needles (about the diameter of a strand of hair) into acupoints along a specific meridian (meridians are channels in the body that transport energy). Electroacupuncture involves the application of a pulsating electrical current to acupuncture needles to stimulate the acupoint via an electrode that is attached to the acupuncture needles. The electrical current substitutes for maneuvering the needles by hand.
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Oral Nutritional Interventions for Chemotherapy-Induced Diarrhea
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Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Omega 3 (Eicosapentaenoic Acid and Others) for Chemotherapy-Induced Diarrhea
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Moxibustion for Chemotherapy-Induced Diarrhea