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A diagnosis of colon cancer typically means patients face chemotherapy, radiation and taking medications to help with pain, infection and side effects. Even with prescription painkillers, there can still be lingering discomfort. Some natural options can offer additional pain relief.

A Natural Alternative To Drugs For Pain Relief Is Herbal Turmeric 

Turmeric acts as an anti-inflammatory agent. It also blocks pain receptors. Studies have shown that turmeric can also inhibit the growth of cancer cells. Add turmeric to curries and other recipes or obtain it as a capsule from health food stores.

Other natural ways to help cope with the symptoms you may be dealing with  are:

Chamomile is effective for easing gastrointestinal (GI) spasms and can soothe pain associated with cramping. Drink it as a tea or take it as a capsule.Lavender oil is reputed to ease pain. Take it internally by applying three drops to a sugar cube.Poppies form the base for several prescription opiods and have strong pain-relief properties. Make a tea from poppy flowers to ease pain. Check the laws of your area before buying poppy flowers, because they are illegal in some states.