How to prevent upper limb edema after breast cancer surgery

  Prevent upper limb edema after breast cancer surgery 1. Never ignore the slight edema of upper limbs or chest, if it is aggravated, tell the doctor in time. 2. Avoid blood sampling and injection of affected limbs. 3.  4.Keep the skin of the affected limbs, especially the folds and finger gaps, clean and dry, and rub moisturizer after bathing. 5.Avoid strenuous repetitive movements that increase the resistance of the affected limbs, such as scrubbing or pushing and pulling. 6.Do not lift heavy objects (5 kg) and carry bags on the healthy side. 7.Do not wear tight necklaces and elastic bracelets. 8.Avoid high temperatures when showering or washing dishes, avoid saunas or hot baths, and use sunscreen products. 9.Avoid injuries to the affected limbs, such as cuts, burns, and sports. Avoid any injury when trimming nails; 10, maintain the ideal weight, into low salt, high protein, easy to digest diet, avoid smoking, drinking alcohol 11, do housework or planting flowers can wear gloves 12, avoid excessive fatigue of the affected limb, when the limb feels pain to rest, elevate the limb 13, it is recommended to do some exercise, such as walking, swimming, aerobic fitness, cycling, gymnastics or yoga. Patients with lymphedema should wear elastic cuffs when flying, and use elastic bandages when flying long distances to increase fluid intake. 15. Wear light-weight breast prosthesis or suitable bras without steel bra. 16. If the cuff is too loose, it may be caused by the circumference of the upper limb becoming smaller or the cuff is worn out. 18. Report any symptoms of infection, such as rash, itching, redness, pain, increased skin temperature or fever.