To: R>G> who wrote (1724 ) 12/31/1998 12:18:00 AM From: chirodoc Respond to of 6039
'THERMOGRAPHY, THE SAFER BREAST IMAGING EXAM' .......thanks to george Story Filed: Tuesday, December 29, 1998 06:42 PM EST to be discussed by Dr. LeRoy of the Alternative Medicine Clinic at the Loop Women's Resource Center CHICAGO, Dec. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- "Breast thermography employs the use of infrared technology to measure minute changes in breast temperature that can correspond to rapidly growing tumors. In fact, one of the earliest indicators of breast cancer is termed 'neovascularization,' or the formation of new blood vessels in and around the lesion. Thermography is able to identify the changes, possibly resulting in cancer detection up to five years before that of mammography. The test is pain-free, does not use dangerous radiation, and the images are immediately displayed on a viewing monitor to allow for interpretation. National guidelines have been developed to accurately interpret the thermogram that rely on actual temperature differences, as well as changes in the thermovascular pattern of the breasts." "The pain and risk of radiation exposure that is associated with mammography can, in many circumstances, be avoided by using thermography. The test is ideal for women with dense breasts that make mammography painful and inaccurate." The presentation on breast thermography will take place at The Women's Resource Center, 30 East Adams St., Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60603, on February 4, 1999 from 6PM until 7PM. Space is limited. Please call 312-456-3000 to reserve seating or to have a summary of the talk sent to you. There will be no charge for attending the discussion. Dr. Nicholas LeRoy is a chiropractic physician and a board-certified acupuncturist who specializes in developing personalized, holistic treatment strategies for conditions affecting women. He has been the guest lecturer in numerous forums, including the Whole Life Expo of 1997 and 1998. Dr. LeRoy is on the faculty of The Midwest Center for the Study of Oriental Medicine, and is the publisher of "An Alternative Opinion," a newsletter dedicated to educating the public about natural treatment options. Dr. LeRoy has successfully treated cervical dysplasia, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, PMS, and breast cysts -- all with natural treatments consisting of dietary modifications, herbs, acupuncture, and lifestyle alterations. Dr. LeRoy is the co-founder and co-director of The Alternative Medicine Clinic, 8 South Michigan Ave., Suite 1418, Chicago, IL 60603. Voice: 312-456-3000. SOURCE The Alternative Medicine Clinic 12/29/98 /CONTACT: Dr. Nick LeRoy of the Alternative Medicine Clinic, 312-456-3000, or fax, 312-456-3045/ /Web site: www.altmed.org/ CO: The Alternative Medicine Clinic ST: Illinois IN: HEA SU: Copyright © 1998, PR Newswire, all rights reserved