How to perform breast cancer surgery

Breast cancer surgery is performed according to normal surgical procedures, the mass is removed, and the mass is sent for pathological examination to determine its nature. Patients with benign breast cancer can directly suture the surgical incision. If the pathological examination belongs to a malignant tumor patient, the operation can be divided into two parts. The first is breast treatment. If the mass is small, you can take a few edges around the breast and take cells to detect whether there are tumor cells. For patients without tumor cells, breast conservation surgery can be performed. Breast conservation surgery is not recommended for patients with infiltration. The second is the treatment of the armpit. Sentinel lymph nodes can be used for testing. Patients with problems with 1/2 lymph nodes need to clean the axillary lymph nodes.

What to eat after breast cancer surgery?

The dietary precautions for breast cancer patients after surgery are as follows: 1. High-protein, high-calorie foods should be given in the early postoperative period to promote wound healing; 2. Control weight and reduce fat intake. Studies have found that breast cancer is related to obesity; 3. Increase the intake of high-fiber foods such as vegetables and fruits; 4. Pay attention to a balanced diet and supplement with milk, soy milk, tofu and other foods in moderation; 5. It is recommended that patients do not eat too much sea cucumber, donkey-hide gelatin, royal jelly and other supplements, as royal jelly contains estrogen, which may affect patients.

How to care after breast cancer surgery

There are several aspects of postoperative nursing care for breast cancer: 1. Within 24 hours after surgery, you can do wrist exercises, and then gradually make fists, stretch fists, move arms, etc. After 24 hours, you can touch your shoulders, but don't move your shoulders. After the wound heals, you can touch your head, comb your hair, and climb walls; 2. Patients with clean axillary lymph nodes should not lift weights, their arms should not droop for a long time, they should often raise their arms, and put pillows when sleeping. If the patient's side arm is injured, they should go to the hospital for treatment in time; 3. Patients with upper limb edema need to be examined to eliminate recurrence, and elastic band training and limb massage are feasible; breast cancer has a good prognosis, and patients should accept reality, adjust their mentality, live actively, and cooperate with doctors for review and treatment.