How to protect the respiratory tract after lung cancer surgery

The incidence of lung cancer is increasing year by year. Once you have lung cancer, most people need surgery. To restore lung function, it is important to protect the respiratory tract, which is also one of the keys to the success of the surgery.

1. Avoid catching a cold . It is spring now, and the weather is getting warmer, so the chances of catching a cold are higher. Do not take off too much clothing, and do not go out in the sun for too long, 20 minutes is appropriate. Patients with allergic rhinitis should not place flowers at home, let alone go to the park to appreciate flowers, in order to prevent pollen from irritating the respiratory tract and causing allergic reactions.

2. Pay attention to sleeping posture . Patients who have undergone lung cancer surgery should choose two sleeping postures. One is to lie sideways in a 1/4 position or supine position facing the surgical site, which can prevent mediastinal swing, especially after complete lung resection. The other is a semi-recumbent position, because the semi-recumbent position can increase lung capacity by 10% to 15%, increase the mobility of the chest and diaphragm, thereby increasing the gas exchange area and improving ventilation.

3. Do not wash your face with cold water. Because the nasal cavity cannot withstand the stimulation of cold water, it will cause the nasal mucosal blood vessels to contract, affecting the respiratory function and thus affecting wound healing. It is best to use 50-60 degrees Celsius warm water to wash your face every morning and evening. Some elderly people like to wash their faces with very hot water. Too high water temperature can easily cause the nasal capillaries to contract and irritate the respiratory tract.

4. Breathe fresh air more often. When you get up in the morning, open the window immediately for 10 minutes. But be sure not to go to crowded or polluted public places to avoid respiratory infections.

5. Exercise appropriately . After lung cancer surgery, you must not exercise in strong winds, because strong winds will directly irritate the respiratory tract. The best way to exercise is to do Qigong exercises, especially Qigong that enhances respiratory function and improves lung function. Before exercising, give appropriate analgesics and cough up sputum with the help of family members. The amount of exercise should not cause chest pain and fatigue.

6. Stay away from the kitchen. Cooking fumes are carcinogens, especially when cooking. The combustion of kitchen fuels causes a sudden increase in the amount of nitrogen oxides, which increases indoor air pollution. Inhalation of these gases can cause lung lesions, asthma, tracheitis, emphysema and other diseases.

7. Pay attention to your diet. After lung cancer surgery, you should not eat irritating foods, such as peppers, raw onions, garlic, peppercorns, cinnamon, etc. You should also not eat hot foods such as hot pot, fried food, barbecue, etc. Eat more foods rich in vitamins A and C and foods that clear and moisten the lungs, such as grapes, walnut kernels, asparagus, loquats, pears, etc.

8. Chest therapy. You can use a vibrating massager (available at equipment stores or large shopping malls) at home and place it on your chest, or you can tap your chest with your palms, which is conducive to the discharge of phlegm.

The above introduces the common sense of how to take good care of the respiratory tract of lung cancer patients after surgery. I hope it can help you. The above content is for reference only. If you have other questions about lung cancer, you can consult our experts, who will provide you with detailed guidance and answers.

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