The daily life maintenance of kidney cancer patients is very important and must be done carefully for all aspects of body conditioning.
Food is varied and low-fat
Preferably plant-based and roughly processed foods, avoiding repetition in daily food intake, trying to eat several types of vegetables, and consuming more fruits that are richer in vitamin A and vitamin C to provide enough vitamins for patients to maintain an appropriate weight.
Patients should limit their intake of animal fats in their diet, and vegetable oils should be limited to ensure that sugar is consumed in moderation.
Adequate daily intake of red meat, such as beef, and more poultry and fish are generally recommended.
To protect kidney function, the intake of soy products should be reduced.
In addition, meals should not be too salty, and you should not eat spoiled food, let alone burnt food.
Quit smoking and abstain from alcohol
The post-surgical management of kidney cancer patients should pay special attention to quitting smoking and preferably not drinking alcohol either.
At the same time, it is necessary to actively participate in physical activities to ensure appropriate physical strength and enhance the immunity of the body.
Avoid nephrotoxic drugs
Post-surgical management of kidney cancer patients should be especially aware of the avoidance of nephrotoxic drugs, common nephrotoxic drugs include:
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (aspirin, ibuprofen, etc.)
- Antibiotics (amphotericin B, neomycin, vincristine, aminoglycosides, cephalosporins, etc.)
- Sulfonamides (cotrimoxazole, etc.)
- Diuretics (mannitol, etc.)
- Chinese herbal medicines (rehmannia, aristolochic acid, etc.)
Kidney cancer patients should refrain from taking medications without permission and consult a doctor’s advice before using any medications to avoid taking nephrotoxic drugs that can cause irreversible damage to the kidneys.
In addition, to protect the kidneys, kidney cancer patients should also keep their blood pressure normal and their blood sugar normal. Patients with hypertension and hyperglycemia should use antihypertensive and hypoglycemic drugs under the guidance of a doctor.