Does anyone know anything about Dendritic Cell therapy?

Dear All, I hope that you are as well as can be expected and coping with your personal fights against this horrible desease. My name is Bill, 57 years old and 5 months post Ivor Lewis operation that removed my T3N2M0 R1 esophogeal cancerous tumour. I have recovered from the operation extremely well physically but mentally is a different story. I have had a recent CT scan that dignosed NED but I have heard some horror stories of similiar cases being rewrded with reoccurence on the anniversary of their operation. My oncologist who was less than supportive throughout my treatment, refused to give me any post op chemo or immunotherapy saying that it was futile. He told me that there was a very high risk of the cancer returning but refused any ongoing treatment or support. I am extremely grateful for the surgical team who have gotten me this far and continue to monitor me but feel let down by my oncology team. I reach out to any member on this forum on whether they have tried, have experience or know of any alternative treatments in particular Dendritic Cell therapy. I am despearately seeking some form of treatment so I can be proactive in trying to prevent the desease returning. Thank you

  • Hi Heidi and welcome to the Cancer Chat forum.

    I'm very sorry to hear that your husband is dealing with a third recurrence of prostate cancer and that his cancer is no longer curative. This must be a very difficult time for you both.

    I just wanted to post a quick reply as I saw you mentioned you were looking in to IV Vitamin C, or possibly Mistletoe, Helleboborus or Wormwood infusions. We just wanted to recommend you speak to your husband's doctor about any complimentary or alternative therapies you are researching as they could be dangerous and possibly interfere with your husband's current treatment. 

    You can also discuss this further with one of our cancer nurses on 0808 800 4040. They are available Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m and they will do all they can to give you the information you are seeking and support you both at this time.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator