Can't people with thyroid cancer eat melons?

Patients with thyroid cancer can eat melon. Melon does not contain iodine, but it is rich in vitamins, carbohydrates, dietary fiber, fructose, and trace elements, which are beneficial to the health of patients with thyroid cancer. However, do not consume melon in excess. Excessive consumption of melon may cause high blood sugar, diarrhea, indigestion, etc.

1. Increased blood sugar: Thyroid cancer patients have abnormal sugar metabolism, which is manifested as increased blood sugar. If the patient's blood sugar is not well controlled, eating melons and other fruits with high sugar content may cause blood sugar to rise, especially for thyroid cancer patients who have already developed diabetes. At this time, eating melons and other fruits with high sugar content is more likely to cause blood sugar to rise, which may cause patients to have diabetes-related symptoms, such as polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia, etc.

2. Diarrhea: Patients with thyroid cancer may have poor intestinal function and need nutritional supplements after surgery. Melons contain more water and dietary fiber. If you eat too much melon, it may cause excessive burden on the gastrointestinal tract and cause symptoms such as diarrhea.

3. Indigestion: Melon contains a certain amount of sugar. If thyroid cancer patients eat too much melon, they may experience indigestion symptoms such as bloating and abdominal pain.

4. Others: Melon contains a certain amount of potassium ions. If thyroid cancer patients have renal insufficiency, eating too much melon may lead to excessive intake of potassium ions and cause hyperkalemia.

In daily life, patients with thyroid cancer should pay attention to eating less spicy foods, such as peppers, spicy hot pot, etc., avoid fried and greasy foods, and eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. In addition, they should maintain a good attitude, exercise properly, and regularly check their thyroid color Doppler ultrasound and thyroid function.