Cancer Related Fatigue. Possibilities of nutritional supplementation, from the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.15944024240410

• Palavras-chave: Fatiga Relacionada con el Cáncer. Medicina Tradicional China. Fitoterapia. Cáncer. Suplemento nutricional. Oncología Integrativa

• Keywords: Cancer Related Fatigue, Chinese traditional medicine, Phytotherapy, Cancerm Nutritional supplement, Integrative oncology

• Abstract:

  One of the most frequent and persistent symptoms in the oncological process is cancer-related fatigue (CRF). The underlying etiology is still not well understood. The evidence suggests the participation of complex multifactorial processes linked to a variety of molecular/physiological, clinical and psychological factors, which makes its approach very limited and complicated. Validated measurement tools determine that CRF affects the Bio-Psycho-Social spheres of the person. New research approaches, including network pharmacology, open possibilities to the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) through acupuncture and phytotherapy, by determining target molecules involved in the development of CRF, both in the signaling pathways of the inflammatory response as well as in the modulation of the gene expression of tumor and angiogenic genes. In Spain, food supplement legislation allows the accessibility of certain formulations to address CRF. Integrative work with qualified TCM personnel is necessary to identify appropriate and individualized supplementation for each person.