Hemangiosarcoma, a devastating cancer affecting dogs, often leaves pet owners with a sense of helplessness due to its poor prognosis. However, there’s a glimmer of hope in the form of turkey tail mushrooms.
This blog post introduces a groundbreaking study that sheds light on the potential of these mushrooms to increase survival rates and provide a viable alternative to conventional treatments.
Understanding Hemangiosarcoma:
Hemangiosarcoma arises when endothelial cells turn rogue, forming vascular tumors primarily in organs with robust blood supply.
Commonly affecting breeds like :
-German Shepherds,
-Golden Retrievers,
-Labrador Retriever.
This aggressive cancer manifests through various symptoms depending on its location. The outlook for dogs with hemangiosarcoma is often bleak, with a limited median survival rate even with treatment.
Enter the Turkey Tail Mushroom:
Turkey tail mushroom, a staple in Chinese medicine for centuries, presents promising health benefits. Notably, two components, Polysaccharide-K (PSK) and polysaccharide-P (PSP), exhibit cancer-fighting properties. These beta-glucans bind to immune cells, restoring a healthy immune response and aiding in the destruction of cancer cells.
The University of Pennsylvania Study:
A groundbreaking 2012 study at the University of Pennsylvania explored the impact of turkey tail mushroom’s polysaccharopeptide (PSP) on dogs with hemangiosarcoma. The results were astounding, with dogs in the study experiencing unprecedented survival times without surgery or chemotherapy. Notably, the larger the dose of turkey tail mushroom, the longer the survival time.
Key Findings:
1. Dogs treated with turkey tail mushroom had a significantly longer time before metastasis.
2. Survival time increased with the size of the mushroom dose.
3. The 100 mg dose group exhibited the highest median survival time at 199 days.
No Side Effects:
Unlike conventional chemotherapy, turkey tail mushrooms demonstrated no adverse effects in the study. This offers pet owners a potential way to extend their pet’s life without compromising quality of life.
In essence, the study provides a beacon of hope for both current and future pet owners grappling with the challenges of hemangiosarcoma, suggesting that turkey tail mushrooms may hold the key to a brighter and extended future for our furry companions.
If your dog suffers from this deadly disease reach out to Healthier Pet to get more information on our Turkey Tail Mushroom product and dosages.