Guest guest Posted June 15, 2004 Report Posted June 15, 2004 his main complaint was he has trouble breathing sometimes and the nausea after treatments that last 5 days. I ordered him a diffuser and would appreciate any ideas on what he can use safely, if anything??? For nausea, via diffuser or inhalation straight from the bottle: peppermint, ginger, sweet fennel or lemon. I'd advise getting several EOs, as his odor preferences may change frequently with the chemo (very common), and what eases nausea one day may cause nausea the next. I have some info in the library section of my website on aromatherapy for cancer support; it may be of help to your friend. Also, I have found reiki to be very helpful and noninvasive for cancer patients in terms of ameliorating both physical symptoms and emotional issues. Check with the VA; many nurses are now trained in reiki or therapeutic touch, a similar modality. Katharine Koeppen Aromaceuticals Essential Oils from Artisan Distillers www.aromaceuticals.com Quote
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2004 Report Posted June 15, 2004 My aunt who is going through chemo right now said the best thing for the nausea what the putting 1 drop of peppermint EO on a sugar cube and sucking on it.....she sees the difference when she doesn't do it. Licienne Quote
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2004 Report Posted June 15, 2004 At 08:14 AM 6/15/2004, you wrote: >For nausea, via diffuser or inhalation straight from the bottle: >peppermint, ginger, sweet fennel or lemon. I'd advise getting several EOs, >as his odor preferences may change frequently with the chemo (very >common), and what eases nausea one day may cause nausea the next. what helped my Albert with the nausea from his chemo was sucking on either lemon drops or mild peppermint candies... Your source for superb Essential Oils, Aromatherapy Accessories, Information, Books and more! Visit us at: <http://www.naturesgift.com> Quote
Guest guest Posted June 15, 2004 Report Posted June 15, 2004 Thanks for all the tips guys- Helaine you go girl! I thought of ginger and peppermint to suck on but he's been going for oral surgery, thats how the found the cancer. I got the diffuser because he lives in a trailer that gets real hot and he can't have a/c. Thanks again everyone. Gea Quote
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2004 Report Posted June 16, 2004 If he is having oral surgery, he can put a tea bag (black or green) over the area thats been worked on. Herbal hugs, Helaine Herbal teas and more! http://www.misshelaineous.com Mail - You care about security. So do we. Quote
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