In Japan, Kampo is widely prescribed by medical doctors to manage the side effects of cancer treatments rather than treating the cancer itself.
Japanese Kampo medicine is a holistic healthcare system that integrates traditional herbal formulas into modern clinical practice. When used for the treatment of —particularly in cancer supportive care , the common cold , and chronic constipation —it focuses on restoring the body's natural balance and addressing individualized symptoms . Kampo in Cancer Supportive Care
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