If your dog is diagnosed with cancer, it's possible medicinal mushrooms can help him fight the disease and the side effects of treatment. Reishi mushroom treatment for canines with cancer might help prevent tumors from spreading, along with easing some discomfort from chemotherapy or radiation. Reishi mushroom treatment might also benefit dogs with compromised immune systems, liver disease or those suffering from allergies or stress, according to the National Canine Cancer Foundation. Always consult your veterinarian before giving your pets any supplements.
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Reishi Mushrooms
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Reishi mushrooms, or Ganoderma lucidum, have been part of Eastern medicine for generations. Like other herbal supplements, they must be taken on a regular basis for efficacy. Reishi mushroom supplements have few side effects, although some dogs might experience skin rashes or mild gastrointestinal issues, according to the VCA Animal Hospitals website. For cancer therapy, reishi mushrooms work by producing a stronger immune response in the canine patient, according to the NCCF. Although reishi mushroom supplements are available over the counter, don't give them to your dog without veterinary approval.
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