Intravenous nutrient therapy eliminated androgen deprivation therapy-induced hot flashes in two men with prostate cancer.
Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) is commonly used for the treatment of prostate cancer. For many undergoing ADT, hot flashes can affect and significantly reduce quality of life. Traditional medications for hot flashes are limited by both clinical effectiveness and side effects. In two case reports, ADT-induced hot flashes quickly resolved after a short course of a specific intravenous combination of vitamins and minerals. This therapeutic approach may have potential for the treatment of ADT-induced hot flashes.
Massey
Patrick
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Alexian Brothers Hospital Network, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA. alt-med@msn.com
D000726:Androgen Antagonists / Q000009:adverse effects*; D019584:Hot Flashes / Q000139:chemically induced / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D008903:Minerals / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D011471:Prostatic Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy*; D014815:Vitamins / Q000008:administration & dosage*
D000726:Androgen Antagonists; D008903:Minerals; D014815:Vitamins