Post-Surgery Nutrition for Elderly Vegans: Essential Supplements
Nutritional supplementation for elderly patients (vegetarians) after orthopedic surgery? Hello, my grandfather is 80 years old and has been a vegetarian for many years. Recently, he underwent surgery for joint degeneration. He is concerned about the nutritional adequacy of a vege...
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Dear Grandson, After surgery, the diet should be based on a balanced intake from six major food groups: carbohydrates, protein sources (meat, fish, eggs, and dairy), vegetables, fruits, and fats. It is important to increase the intake of vitamin C and protein. Food sources of vi...[Read More] Post-Surgery Nutrition for Elderly Vegans: Essential Supplements
Pre and Post-Surgery Nutrition Tips for Duodenal Ulcer and Polyp Removal
Diet Before and After Surgery My husband was diagnosed today with a duodenal ulcer and a 4 cm polyp in the colon, which the doctor suspects to be malignant. He is scheduled for hospitalization and surgery to remove the polyp on Sunday. Additionally, my husband has been experienci...
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Hello! 1. If you have scheduled surgery for the colon, please adjust your daily routine to improve sleep quality and restore normal bodily functions. The hospital will likely provide bowel preparation medications. In terms of diet, a low-residue diet is recommended, avoiding high...[Read More] Pre and Post-Surgery Nutrition Tips for Duodenal Ulcer and Polyp Removal
Nutrition Tips for Post-Surgery Colorectal Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy
What is the best diet during chemotherapy after surgery for sigmoid colon cancer? After surgery for sigmoid colon cancer, if the patient is currently undergoing chemotherapy and has suddenly developed intestinal adhesions, it is important to focus on a diet that provides adequate...
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Hello, after intestinal surgery, the dietary principles for preventing intestinal adhesions should align with a balanced diet. It is essential to include all six major food groups: grains, protein sources (such as eggs, beans, fish, and meat), vegetables, fruits, dairy, and fats,...[Read More] Nutrition Tips for Post-Surgery Colorectal Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy
Post-Surgery Nutrition: Foods to Avoid for Optimal Healing
Surgical wound Is there a basis for not eating ginger or drinking alcohol after surgery? Additionally, what foods should be avoided regarding surgical wounds? What foods are beneficial for wound healing?
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Hello! 1. After surgery, consuming alcohol can cause vasodilation, which affects wound healing, so alcohol should be avoided. 2. Foods that are not fresh, such as seafood, and irritating foods, such as those that are overly salty or spicy, should also be avoided. 3. Natural foods...[Read More] Post-Surgery Nutrition: Foods to Avoid for Optimal Healing
Understanding Positive Nitrite in Urine Tests: Is It a UTI?
Nitrite A positive nitrite test in a urine analysis may indicate a urinary tract infection (UTI), especially if other tests are normal. However, the absence of casts, crystals, and bacteria suggests that there may not be an active infection. Further evaluation may be necessary to...
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I'm sorry! Please consult your attending physician.[Read More] Understanding Positive Nitrite in Urine Tests: Is It a UTI?
Post-Pancreatectomy Dietary Guidelines for Optimal Recovery
Pancreatectomy Hello Dietitian Huang: I have a female colleague whose father underwent a pancreatic resection. What dietary considerations should he be aware of?
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Hello! The pancreas has both endocrine and exocrine functions. The endocrine function is primarily related to glucose metabolism, while the exocrine function is associated with the digestion of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. If surgery affects the endocrine function, pancreat...[Read More] Post-Pancreatectomy Dietary Guidelines for Optimal Recovery
Dietary Recommendations for Post-Surgery Adhesions: A Guide for Caregivers
Diet for Intestinal Adhesions Hello, Dietitian Huang: My mother underwent abdominal surgery (on her uterus and ovaries) last summer. She has had several surgeries in the past, which has led to severe abdominal adhesions. At that time, the doctor advised my mother to pay special a...
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Yang Yang: Hello! To avoid foods with coarse fiber, a low-residue diet is recommended to reduce stool volume. Residues in the colon include indigestible plant fibers, animal connective tissues, and excessive dairy products. Based on a balanced diet (which includes six major food ...[Read More] Dietary Recommendations for Post-Surgery Adhesions: A Guide for Caregivers
Essential Health Tips for Night Shift Workers: Nutrition and Habits
How to take care of your body while working the night shift? I work the night shift and I'm concerned about my health since I work from 1 AM to 4 AM, and it may extend to 6 AM in the future. What should I do regularly? What habits should I develop? What should I eat more of ...
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Hello! Please follow a balanced diet by consuming the six major food groups daily: grains, protein sources (including eggs, beans, fish, and meat), dairy products, vegetables, fruits, and fats. You can refer to the Department of Health's Food Information website at http://fo...[Read More] Essential Health Tips for Night Shift Workers: Nutrition and Habits
Nutritional Guidance for Recovery After Serious Injury: What to Feed Your Sister
May I ask about a professional nutritionist? Hello, my sister was run over by a gravel truck on December 8 while riding her bike, resulting in injuries to her left hand and left foot. The blood vessels, nerves, and bones in her hand were all severed and have been reattached, but ...
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Fay: Hello! Your sister is a multiple trauma victim, and postoperative nutrition should prioritize the supplementation of protein and vitamin C. High-protein foods include eggs, dairy products (such as milk, goat milk, yogurt, and cheese), fish (especially fresh seafood), soy pro...[Read More] Nutritional Guidance for Recovery After Serious Injury: What to Feed Your Sister
Dietary Guidelines for Early-Stage Liver Cancer Patients: What to Eat and Avoid
Diet for Liver Cancer Patients For a patient with early-stage liver cancer, dietary considerations are crucial. Here are some guidelines regarding what to eat and what to avoid: **Foods to Eat:** 1. **Lean Proteins:** Options like chicken, turkey, fish, and plant-based proteins ...
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Hello! The dietary management for liver disease varies based on the clinical symptoms presented (such as ascites, hepatic encephalopathy, hyperglycemia, jaundice, etc.). Different dietary strategies are recommended accordingly. It is advised that your father consult a nutritionis...[Read More] Dietary Guidelines for Early-Stage Liver Cancer Patients: What to Eat and Avoid
Dietary Guidelines for Managing Cirrhosis and Diabetes: A Caregiver's Guide
For individuals with cirrhosis and diabetes, it is important to follow a carefully balanced diet. Here are some dietary recommendations: 1. **Limit Sodium Intake**: Reduce salt consumption to help manage fluid retention and high blood pressure. Aim for less than 2,000 mg of sodi...
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Hello! The liver is the site of metabolism for all nutrients. Elevated blood sugar levels after meals indicate impaired carbohydrate metabolism by the liver, which can lead to diabetes due to cirrhosis. It is essential to follow a dietary principle of eating small, frequent meals...[Read More] Dietary Guidelines for Managing Cirrhosis and Diabetes: A Caregiver's Guide
Is Low LDL Cholesterol a Health Concern or a Positive Indicator?
Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol is low? Is low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol being low a health concern, or is it an indicator of some health condition?
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Lois: Hello! Total cholesterol = low-density lipoprotein (LDL) + high-density lipoprotein (HDL) + (triglycerides ÷ 5). From this, we can see that low-density lipoprotein is a component of total cholesterol in the blood. If LDL levels are slightly low due to medication treatment (...[Read More] Is Low LDL Cholesterol a Health Concern or a Positive Indicator?
Dietary Guidelines for Liver Cancer, Cirrhosis, Jaundice, and Ascites
Diet for Liver Cancer, Liver Cirrhosis, Jaundice, and Ascites Hello Dietitian: A CT scan has revealed three liver tumors, cirrhosis, jaundice, and ascites, with kidney function at the lower limit. I have been very careful with my diet, but the ascites accumulates quickly. After p...
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Hello! I apologize for not fully understanding the meaning of "low standard." Generally speaking, the dietary principle for ascites is to control the sodium content in the diet. Please first follow the "salt reduction techniques" (please visit the Food Informa...[Read More] Dietary Guidelines for Liver Cancer, Cirrhosis, Jaundice, and Ascites
Is Brewer's Yeast Safe for Fatty Liver and Hepatitis B Patients?
Fatty liver and brewer's yeast? 1. I would like to ask if someone with hepatitis B and fatty liver can consume brewer's yeast? Some people say that brewer's yeast is good for the liver, while others say it is not, so I would like to know whether brewer's yeast...
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Hello! 1. The main component of brewer's yeast is the B vitamins, which are involved in many biochemical reactions of nutrients in the liver, thus it is considered a health supplement for liver support. However, excessive B vitamins in the body, when not deficient, can actua...[Read More] Is Brewer's Yeast Safe for Fatty Liver and Hepatitis B Patients?
Post-Surgery Nutrition: What to Eat After Gas Relief and Before Second Operation?
After surgery, once you have passed gas, what should you eat? After a biopsy surgery, since there may be a need for a second surgery (due to a large tumor), here are some dietary recommendations: 1. **Post-Surgery Diet**: - After passing gas, you can start with light foods. ...
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Hello! 1. Generally, after passing gas, you should first drink plain water. If there are no discomforts, you can start your normal diet. 2. Before the second surgery, a balanced diet is very important. It is essential to consume a variety of foods from the six major food groups: ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Nutrition: What to Eat After Gas Relief and Before Second Operation?
Nutritional Care for Family Members After Heart Valve Surgery
Nutritional Care for Bariatric Surgery How to care for the nutrition of family members who have undergone heart valve repair or bypass surgery.
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Hello! During the acute phase of care in the intensive care unit after heart surgery, it is crucial to closely monitor vital signs and postoperative cardiac function. At this stage, the patient can begin to eat, but attention should be paid to fluid and sodium intake. Once the pa...[Read More] Nutritional Care for Family Members After Heart Valve Surgery
Post-Surgery Recovery Tips for Brain Tumor Patients: Nutrition Matters
Post-operative care after brain tumor surgery? Hello, Doctor: My friend's mother recently had brain surgery and is about to be discharged! I would like to ask the physician how to care for her after discharge. I heard that eating bass fish can help wounds heal faster! Is thi...
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Hello, Chun. After surgery, the diet should be based on a balanced intake of six food groups: grains and tubers, vegetables, fruits, dairy, meat, fish, eggs, and legumes, as well as fats. It is important to consume all six categories without neglecting any. You may slightly incre...[Read More] Post-Surgery Recovery Tips for Brain Tumor Patients: Nutrition Matters
Post-Fracture Nutrition: Foods to Avoid for Optimal Healing
After a fracture I heard from classmates that fried and spicy foods should be avoided. What else should I stay away from? Thank you.
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Hello! How long has the fracture been present? Was there any surgery? During the acute phase after surgery, it is strictly prohibited to consume alcohol to avoid poor wound healing. If the wound has already healed, daily nutrition should be based on a balanced diet, including gra...[Read More] Post-Fracture Nutrition: Foods to Avoid for Optimal Healing
Managing Excessive Sweating and Body Odor: Tips for Relief
Individuals with well-developed sweat glands in their hands, feet, and armpits? In the past year, I have been sweating a lot, especially in the last two months. My hands, feet, and armpits are almost constantly sweaty, even in an air-conditioned room! I used to sweat, but that wa...
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Hello! Can increased sweating be caused by emotional stress? Relaxing, engaging in moderate exercise, and maintaining a balanced diet are essential for daily health. If someone has overactive sweat glands in their hands, feet, or underarms, they may consider consulting a neurolog...[Read More] Managing Excessive Sweating and Body Odor: Tips for Relief
Understanding Microvascular Ruptures: Nutritional Deficiencies Explained
Microvessels are prone to rupture? Hello: Recently, I have been experiencing frequent microvascular ruptures in my fingers and calves, sometimes just from lifting something or swatting a mosquito, which causes significant pain. Could this be due to a deficiency in certain nutrien...
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Daughter-in-law: Hello! Is your daily routine and eating habits normal? Regarding your symptoms, there could be many causes, possibly related to dietary issues or medical conditions. I recommend that you visit a qualified medical facility's Family Medicine department. If nee...[Read More] Understanding Microvascular Ruptures: Nutritional Deficiencies Explained