What are the risks of chemotherapy one month after esophageal cancer surgery?

The risk of chemotherapy one month after esophageal cancer surgery is generally high. Because the patient's body is relatively weak and the immune system is relatively low at this time, chemotherapy at this time may cause adverse reactions in the body.

1. Weak body: Esophageal cancer is a common malignant tumor disease. In the early stage of the disease, symptoms such as difficulty swallowing and pain behind the sternum usually occur. As the disease progresses, it will also be accompanied by weight loss and loss of appetite. Surgery will cause certain damage to the body, so it will cause the body to become weaker. If chemotherapy is performed again, it will aggravate the damage to the body and affect physical health.

2. Low immunity: Since esophageal cancer is a wasting disease, the patient's immunity will decline after surgery. Chemotherapy drugs are toxic to a certain extent. If chemotherapy is performed at this time, it is easy to increase the probability of infection, which is not conducive to the recovery of the disease.

Patients are advised to eat a light diet in their daily lives. They can eat more fresh fruits and vegetables and high-protein foods to supplement the nutrients needed by the body. At the same time, they should also pay attention to getting more rest, ensuring adequate sleep time, and avoiding staying up late. If any discomfort occurs, they must seek medical treatment in time to avoid delaying the condition.