I have a 14-year-old miniature dachshund who recently developed melanoma in their mouth. The attending veterinarian has given me three options: 1. Surgery, 2. Radiation therapy, and 3. Chemotherapy. However, given the dog's age, I don't want to make them suffer too much. On the other hand, it's also painful to just watch and do nothing. Is there a better option?

Generally, the primary treatments for tumors are the aggressive treatments suggested by your veterinarian: surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. However, when the patient is frail, such aggressive treatments can sometimes lead to a 'can't see the forest for the trees' situation, with the tumor being removed but the patient's life becoming endangered. While melanoma is a highly malignant tumor, if the body's immune cells can work properly, they may help prevent tumor growth. Although completely eliminating the tumor is challenging, aiming for a state of coexistence where the tumor does not cause harm might be a viable option. Cordy is designed to suppress tumor cell activity by restoring immune regulation capabilities. It can be safely used even in elderly and frail pets, as it stimulates continuous immune response. If there are no respiratory issues, heart diseases, or epileptic seizures, Cordy with organic germanium is ideal. For pets with unstable bowel movements, such as loose stools or constipation, using 'Cordy with Probiotics' or 'Cordy cultured in azuki bean medium' can improve gut health while stabilizing immunity. Note: Cordy cultured in azuki bean or liquid medium does not pose a risk of grain allergies. Incorporating organic germanium helps alleviate pain, promotes blood circulation, and assists in detoxifying the body.

Administering Cordy to Elderly Dogs with Oral Melanoma: Consultation with the Laboratory＜Cordy Research Laboratory＞

Expected Effects on Oral Melanoma

Melanoma commonly occurs in both dogs and cats.

Here, we introduce the expected effects of administering Cordy for oral melanoma.

14-year-old Miniature Dachshund. Developed melanoma in the mouth. The veterinarian offered three options: 1. Surgery 2. Radiation Therapy 3. Chemotherapy. Due to the dog’s advanced age, we do not want to cause unnecessary suffering. However, it is also hard to just watch without doing anything. Is there any good alternative?

Typically, as your vet mentioned, aggressive treatments such as options 1-3 are the main approach for tumor treatment. However, aggressive treatment in a weakened state can often result in a ‘can’t see the forest for the trees’ scenario, leading to a condition where ‘although the tumor is gone, the life might also fade away.’ While melanoma is a highly malignant tumor, if your immune cells can function properly, you can expect to prevent tumor growth.

Though it is challenging to eliminate the tumor, you may aim to suppress its adverse effects and achieve a positive coexistence with the tumor.

Cordy aims to suppress tumor cell activity by restoring the immune regulation to its original state.

Because it imposes almost no burden on the body, it can be safely administered even to elderly dogs with low vitality. There have been clinical reports of administering Cordy to aged dogs with melanoma.

Additionally, if the dog has no issues with respiration, heart disease, or epilepsy, administering organic germanium can promote blood circulation, eliminate body toxins, and alleviate pain.
*Warning: If your pet is a brachycephalic breed with rapid breathing during normal times, or if they have lung or heart disease, or epilepsy, refrain from using supplements containing organic germanium.

Moreover, for dogs suffering from frequent soft stools or constipation, it is recommended to give supplements containing lactic acid bacteria to improve intestinal health.

Reviewing daily diet is also crucial.
Tumor cells absorb carbohydrates (specifically glucose) faster than normal cells and use it exclusively as their nutritional source, thus promoting growth.

By providing a low-carb diet, the tumor cells are deprived of their nutrients and thus grow less aggressively. Switching to a low-carb, high-protein diet is recommended.

Additionally, since it is an oral tumor, try to provide as soft a diet as possible to avoid stimulating the tumor.

Our laboratory is researching if administering Cordy can facilitate immune regulation and have a beneficial effect on cancer.
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監修獣医師：林美彩　　所属クリニック：chicoどうぶつ診療所

代替療法と西洋医学、両方の動物病院での勤務経験と多数のコルディの臨床経験をもつ。　モノリス在籍時には、一般的な動物医療（西洋医学）だけでは対応が困難な症例に対して多くの相談を受け、免疫の大切さを痛烈に実感する。
ペットたちの健康維持・改善のためには薬に頼った対処療法だけではなく、「普段の生活環境や食事を見直し、自宅でさまざまなケアを取り入れることで免疫力を維持し、病気にならない体づくりを目指していくことが大切である」という考えを提唱し普及活動に従事している。

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