Thymoma recurrence survival is not clear, depending on the patient’s physical condition and the degree of deterioration.
Thymoma recurrence through treatment, the survival period may be 3-5 years. To prolong the survival time after recurrence, it is necessary to pay attention to appropriate physical exercise, improve one’s immune resistance and strengthen the monitoring of malignant tumors. One should also maintain an optimistic mindset; a good mindset will help patients face the pain of disease treatment.
Thymoma can be operated again if the extent of recurrence is limited. Depending on the last surgery and the extent of invasion, the need for radiotherapy can be determined. If there is extensive infiltration and metastasis at the time of recurrence, only comprehensive treatment such as medication and radiotherapy can be administered. Through timely treatment, the survival period will also be relatively prolonged.
To sum up, thymoma recurrence is highly malignant and will directly jeopardize one’s life and health. In order to better cope with this disease, corresponding preventive measures need to be taken to prolong the survival time of thymoma. Patients need to pay attention to regular review of CT and reasonable diet.