My mom was diagnosed with Stage IV metastatic melanoma (lungs) 2 years ago. She's been on Temodar which reduced and then stabalized the cancer until just recently. (I feel that the Temodar, along with prayer, prolonged her life, as her original prognosis before receiving chemo was 6-8 months.) Her recent ct-scan indicated that the cancer has progressed, and her oncologist felt it was necessary to take her off the chemo because it was no longer beneficial. He said that because of her age (86), all other chemo treatments would be too toxic for her. He told her to double up on her multiple vitamin intake & he would see her back in 3 weeks. I am now researching alternative treatments & have scheduled a consultation with a naturopath. She is reluctant about going, as she said that she doesn't want to get started with someone else. However, I am not ready to give up hope. Does anyone have any insight as to whether or not alternative treatment by a naturopath would be worthwhile? I'd appreciate any thoughts or advice that anyone might have to share. Thank you!