Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer that can develop on areas of skin exposed to sunlight, such as on the face, chest, hand and legs. Though too much of exposure to sunlight is said to be its main cause, skin cancer can also result from many other reasons which include creams and lotions containing toxic elements. Skin cancer is also seen more in people with a poor immune system.
Different kinds of skin cancers are named after the type of cells from which they arise. Some of them are basal cell cancer, melanoma and squamous cell cancer. Melanoma is the least common among these, but it is the most fatal one. The common symptoms of skin cancer include changes in the skin condition, ulcerating of the skin, discoloration, and changes in the moles. Treatment generally involves surgical removal. Some herbal remedies that are effective in treating skin cancer symptoms at early stages are given here.
Herbal Remedies For skin cancer
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is extracted from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia. It has been used for centuries as an effective herbal medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is a natural antibiotic which helps treat skin infections, wounds and helps repel insects. Scientific research studies have proved that skin cancers treated with tea tree oil tend to almost heal within three days of its regular application.
Tea tree oil is found to inhabit tumor growth and within a day of its application the tumor seems to shrink considerably. It is rather strong and can irritate the skin. Therefore, only a drop should be added to a milder base, such as olive oil, and then applied over the affected skin areas gently. Apply this oil twice a day for three days to get the best results. Within three days the tumor will shrink and disappear.
Turmeric
Turmeric is a readily available herb that is effective in fighting infections. It is well known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which make it a popular herb used to treat many types of diseases and infections. It contains curcumin, a yellow pigment, which is a powerful antioxidant.
Curcumin helps destroy the cancerous cells on the skin of the patients having skin cancer. It also inhibits further growth of these cancerous cells. Make a thick paste of turmeric and water. Apply this over the affected areas on the skin. Allow it to remain for fifteen minutes and then wash it off thoroughly.
Milk Thistle
Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) has been used traditionally for centuries as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments. It contains silymarin and other active substances which stop cancer cells from dividing and reproducing. They also reduce the blood supply to tumors. Apply to the affected skin areas to prevent the spreading of cancerous cells. Mix with some sunscreen lotion and then rub all over the exposed skin areas in order to prevent the development of skin cancer.
Green tea, also known as Camellia sinensis, is an herb with antioxidant property that helps the release of harmful free radicals from the skin cells. It mainly contains substances called polyphenols, which help prevent cancer and inhibit the growth of cancerous cells. This compound acts as an anti-inflammatory agent which helps prevent the cancer. People who consume green tea regularly are seen to have lower cancer rates.
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is a very popular herb known for its very beneficial effect on our body. Aloe vera gel is very cool and soothing. It can be applied over affected skin cancer areas to help the damaged skin cells heal. Aloe vera contains antihistamines which block the formation of certain chemicals that nourish cancer in our body. Apply aloe vera gel regularly to the skin that has been damaged by over exposure to sun.This prevents the production of cancerous skin cells.
Astragalus
Astragalus is an herb that has anti-neoplastic properties and is popularly used in Chinese medicine. It helps enables the immune system to prevent the growth of cancerous cells. Astragalus enables the immune cells to recognize cancer cells. Extracts of astragalus can be taken internally to boost the immune system. This helps prevent the development of skin cancer and its spreading to other areas.
Red Clover
Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is a powerful healing herb. It is used as a popular herbal remedy in cancer prevention. It has a phytoestrogenic effect that helps the body’s natural channels of waste elimination. The anti-inflammatory compounds present in red clover contribute to its pain-relieving properties. This is very beneficial for patients of skin cancer. Red clover has been used traditionally for centuries as a blood purifier and skin cancer treatment remedy.
Caution: Please use Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.
