Can moxibustion treat tumors?

Moxibustion can be used as an adjunctive treatment for tumors, but it should not be treated by this modality alone. For tumor patients, it is recommended to seek medical treatment in time and follow the doctor’s instructions. Moxibustion therapy refers to a therapeutic method of making moxa cones or moxa sticks with moxa fleece as the main material, which is ignited and then smoked or cauterized on the surface of the body to give the human body a warm stimulation. Moxibustion therapy has the effect of warming the meridians and collaterals, elevating yang and lifting the sunken organs, promoting qi and activating blood circulation, eliminating swellings and lumps, and restoring yang to save the body from fainting and unconsciousness by warming and replenishing yang qi. Moxibustion therapy is especially suitable for chronic debilitating diseases and diseases suffering from wind, cold and dampness. For patients with tumors, if it is a benign tumor, it can be observed for the time being and does not require surgical treatment. If it is a malignant tumor, surgical resection is usually the mainstay, with postoperative radiotherapy and chemotherapy. You can also use moxibustion as an adjunctive therapy. If you need moxibustion treatment, it is recommended to go to a professional medical institution.