How to care for colorectal cancer

Colorectal cancer includes colon cancer and rectal cancer, and is one of the common malignant tumors of the digestive tract. For patients, the occurrence of colorectal cancer is not only a physical torture, but also a psychological pain. Therefore, family members and other caregivers must learn to take care of the daily life of colorectal cancer patients and help patients better treat and recover from their condition.

When caring for patients with colorectal cancer, attention should be paid to their psychological condition: In addition to anxiety and fear, colorectal cancer patients often worry about the future of themselves and their families, and experience emotions such as depression and guilt. Some patients may also feel angry, resentful, and hostile. In particular, patients who permanently use artificial anuses may have a sense of "incompleteness" or loss, and may feel pessimistic and desperate about themselves as "useless people." This also affects the patient's work and social activities.

When caring for patients with colorectal cancer, it is necessary to give them more easily digestible and high-fiber foods for nutritional supplementation. This is an important part of helping patients recover their physical strength. For patients with colorectal cancer, it is advisable to eat fresh, easily digestible and high-fiber foods, such as fresh vegetables, fresh fish, eggs, pigeons, a small amount of lean meat, etc. Regular and balanced diets, a full range of varieties, and a diet method of chewing slowly can help patients eat well, eat scientifically, and eat healthily. However, it is necessary to pay attention to proper weight control to maintain the weight at a normal level and prevent being too thin or obese. Do not seek excessive nutrition, but seek reasonable intake. It is better to choose a variety of vegetables or fruits than a single one.

Nursing patients with colorectal cancer requires that they insist on regular bowel movements and control their bowel movements. Patients should learn how to take care of their artificial anus and gradually master the rules of bowel movements. They should wear loose, comfortable pants without belts or belts. Be careful not to press the stoma with the waistband. When caring for the stoma, it is necessary to observe the color and size of the stoma, and whether there are any abnormalities in the color, smell, taste, and amount of excrement. If you feel uncomfortable, you should see a doctor at any time.