Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has become increasingly popular for various medical conditions. Several CAM therapies exist for the treatment of thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and even thyroid cancer.

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Use, patterns, and disclosure of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) among patients with thyroid diseases: A cross-sectional study in Iran

Complementary alternative medicine (CAM) has been in practice for several decades by the general population. These days, it also has been widely accepted by cancer patients, inclusive of head and neck cancer patients. There are numerous types of CAM that have been in practice, including food products and practices/procedures. Others are herbal medicines, vitamin supplements, medicinal teas, selenium, acupuncture, naturopathy, and shiatsu, to name a few. Importantly, some of these products and/or practices may adversely or positively affect the patient's treatment. Subsequently, the patient's prognosis, quality of life, and survival will also be affected to some extent. This chapter will discuss all these issues in depth, focusing on the practice of CAM among the subset of head and neck cancer patients.

Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in head and neck malignancy and its impact on treatment

Objective. To investigate the prevalence of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use among patients being investigated for thyroid nodules in a head and neck oncology practice. Subsequently, to determine whether the common therapies used were likely to interfere with the planned patient’s care and whether the predominance was significant to warrant inclusion in routine history assessments.Study Design. Cross-sectional survey.Setting. Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.Subjects and Methods. A survey regarding CAM use was completed by 100 patients being investigated for thyroid nodules upon their initial presentation to a head and neck oncology practice.Results. Preliminary results showed that 79% of participants have a history of CAM use and 51% of participants were actively using oral supplements. Thirty-one percent of participants reported using supplements known to have hemostasis-affecting properties.Conclusion. Medical professionals should incorporate CAM questioning in any thy...

Complementary and alternative medicine use in the thyroid patients of a head and neck practice.

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Complementary and alternative medicine use in the thyroid patients of a head and neck practice.