The difference between complementary and alternative therapies (CAMs)
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There is an important difference between a complementary therapy and an alternative therapy.
The phrases ‘complementary therapy’ and ‘alternative therapy’ are often used as if they mean the same thing. They may also be combined into one phrase – complementary and alternative therapies (CAMs).
A complementary therapy means you can use it alongside your conventional medical treatment. It may help you to feel better and cope better with your cancer and treatment.
An alternative therapy is genera...
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