What should patients with colorectal cancer pay attention to in their daily lives

The cause of colorectal cancer is very complex and remains an unsolved mystery. People have proposed many causes of colorectal cancer, but there is no consensus. According to clinical observations, some colorectal cancers occur on the basis of rectal polyps or schistosomiasis; chronic inflammation of the intestine can induce cancer; a high-fat and high-protein diet causes increased bile acid secretion, which is decomposed into unsaturated polycyclic hydrocarbons by anaerobic bacteria in the intestine, which can also cause cancer. Moreover, there is no effective treatment for colorectal cancer.

【Health Education】

1. Take medications as directed by your doctor and do not increase or decrease the dosage or stop taking the medication at will.

2. Eat more vegetables, fruits and foods rich in vitamins, avoid smoking and drinking, avoid spicy and hot foods, and eat less high-fat foods.

3. Exercise appropriately but avoid overexertion.

4. Avoid lifting heavy objects and exerting excessive force in daily life ; keep bowel movements smooth and develop the habit of regular bowel movements. Those with constipation can use laxatives; keep the anus clean and clean it after daily bowel movements; those with anal edema can fumigate with 30g of saltpeter decoction or use warm water or 1:5000 potassium permanganate solution for sitz bath (temperature is 43-46℃); those with artificial anus or ostomy should do a good job of local cleaning to prevent infection.

5. Maintain a positive and optimistic attitude, build confidence in overcoming the disease, avoid pessimism and tension, and assist patients in adjusting their psychological adaptation process.

6. Follow up with your doctor regularly . If you experience progressive weight loss, changes in bowel habits, or blood in your stool, see a doctor promptly.