What to do about hypoalbuminemia in advanced lung cancer
Mar 25, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Sun Qifeng
Introduction
Late-stage lung cancer patients with hypoalbuminemia can be treated through dietary adjustments, albumin infusion, and puncture drainage. In daily life, lung cancer patients should keep warm to prevent colds, and maintain a comfortable indoor environment with clean and tidy bedding. Proper dietary care is also important, avoiding spicy and irritating foods.
In advanced lung cancer, hypoalbuminemia can be managed through dietary adjustments, albumin infusion, and puncture drainage. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Dietary adjustment
If patients with advanced lung cancer exhibit signs of low protein levels, they should increase their intake of protein-rich foods, such as chicken, lean meat, milk, eggs, and soy products.
2. Albumin infusion
This effectively increases colloid osmotic pressure and reduces edema. If blood pressure is relatively low, albumin infusion can also help raise blood pressure by increasing colloid osmotic pressure.
3. Puncture drainage
Lung cancer is a wasting disease. In its advanced stages, excessive consumption may lead to hypoalbuminemia, resulting in significant pleural effusion. Puncture drainage can be performed to remove the accumulated fluid and alleviate discomfort.
In addition, chemotherapy may also be considered. Patients with lung cancer should maintain warmth in daily life to prevent colds, ensure a comfortable indoor environment, and keep bedding clean and tidy. Proper dietary care is also important, avoiding spicy and irritating foods.
