Small is big, details make the difference: Precautions during chemotherapy for lung cancer

  As far as lung cancer is concerned, chemotherapy is an adjuvant treatment for early stage lung cancer and moreover the main treatment for advanced lung cancer. Generally speaking, professional lung cancer doctors will choose individualized treatment plan and individualize the long term management according to the patient’s specific condition. So, as patients and family members, what do they need to pay attention to during chemotherapy?  First, actively communicate with the doctor in charge, and agree and determine the treatment plan together with the doctor. Once the plan is determined, it should not be changed casually, and mutual trust and understanding between doctors and patients are crucial in this process. Secondly, the doctor and patient communication channels and smooth communication, I will certainly keep each other’s phone numbers to chemotherapy patients to maintain communication, during chemotherapy, if there is discomfort, can ensure the first time to contact their own doctors to avoid unnecessary panic, doctors, if any special reminders, can also be the first time to contact the patient; Thirdly, chemotherapy has a powerful killing effect on tumor cells, while the body part of the normal Therefore, during chemotherapy, it is better to avoid outdoor activities as much as possible, especially in places with a lot of human traffic, in order to reduce the occurrence of unnecessary infections and complications. Fourth, during chemotherapy can be appropriate rehabilitation activities, such as slow walking, tai chi, etc., but must be measured, in order not to feel fatigue after the activity as the degree, do not be too hasty and super physical activity. Fifth, during chemotherapy, because chemotherapy will have an effect on the gastrointestinal tract itself, may have an impact on appetite, therefore, the diet during this period should be light, moderate and balanced, avoid spicy, stimulating food; eat less and more meals, the total amount of appropriate, neither want to take too much food, nor too little food for fear of vomiting; also advocate a balanced diet, no need to significantly change the usual eating habits, so that rice The most important thing is to eat the right amount of fish, meat, eggs, milk, vegetables and fruits. Of course, the best low-fiber, high-protein food is appropriate. Sixth, avoid smoking and alcohol. Seventh, try to reduce social activities, social activities, should not go to bars, KTV, leisure venues, etc. Eighth, during chemotherapy, it is not advisable to decoct herbal soup for Chinese medicine to avoid aggravating important organ damage. Ninth, follow the doctor’s instructions and return to the hospital on time for blood tests, especially routine blood tests, and do not be negligent. Tenth, return to the hospital on time for the next cycle of treatment as instructed. Zhang Meichun, Department of Respiratory Medicine, Guangzhou First People’s Hospital In conclusion, some small details of life, some small habits, some small lifestyles, some small doctor’s orders, if not paid attention to, may cause irreparable unnecessary harm and regret, this so-called details determine success or failure!