Chemotherapy, [Chemotherapy] for short, It is a kind of treatment to fight cancer with some powerful chemical drugs. It is usually used to kill cancer cells or reduce tumors. In order to create surgical opportunities for patients. Although chemotherapy is a very effective treatment, But it is also a “double-edged sword”, Risks and side effects go hand in hand. Many patients will suffer from nausea, loss of appetite, alopecia, fatigue, fever and pain after chemotherapy. What is more terrible is that, Chemotherapy can sometimes lead to long-term adverse reactions, For example, forgetfulness, heart problems, inducing other cancers, etc. For chemotherapy patients, If you want to improve your lifestyle, Accelerate the body’s recovery, Follow the following recommendations: Step 1: Keep in touch with your doctor. Please communicate more with your doctor after chemotherapy. Keep in touch. It is best to have your doctor follow you closely. So that the doctor can know the progress of your treatment. And discuss your illness at any time. Let the doctor know you better. Only in this way can the treatment be more thorough. Step 2: Stay away from alcohol and tobacco. Smoking and drinking can not only destroy people’s health, It can also cause all kinds of cancers. Chemotherapy itself can cause hepatotoxicity, Causing an increase in transaminase, Alcohol, on the other hand, is based on the damage caused by chemotherapy. Further damage to the liver, Increases the difficulty of liver recovery after chemotherapy. Step 3: Reasonable diet and persistent exercise are important for patients after chemotherapy. Adequate daily consumption of fruits and vegetables, Just like coarse grains and other nutritious ingredients, Fruits and vegetables contain a large amount of dietary fiber necessary for human body, They have many benefits such as controlling body weight and reducing blood lipid. As for sticking to exercise, Even if it is only a slight exercise such as walking, It can also be of great benefit to the recovery of the body. Step 4: Beware [Chemotherapy Brain] If you find yourself suffering from memory impairment or thinking impairment, Then please see a doctor in time. According to the famous Mayo Clinic in the United States, This phenomenon is called chemotherapy brain, During chemotherapy, The patient’s neurological function is impaired, Causing cognitive problems in many patients after chemotherapy. Neuropsychologists can help you adapt to this change and improve the corresponding symptoms. Some repetitive training can also help patients repair memory function. Step 5: Avoid infecting patients after chemotherapy. Immune function is weak and they are more likely to be infected by various pathogens. Therefore, small details such as washing hands before meals and avoiding contact with relatives and friends with colds will make you healthier. Responsible Editor: Liu Jing
