What should be noted after surgery for early-stage lung cancer?

For early-stage lung cancer, postoperative care generally includes assisting with sputum clearance, practicing proper deep breathing, and engaging in appropriate physical activity. Specific details are as follows:
1. Assisting with sputum clearance
Early-stage lung cancer surgery is usually performed via thoracoscopy or open thoracotomy. After surgery, patients may experience wound pain that hinders effective coughing and sputum expulsion. In severe cases, this could lead to secondary pulmonary infections. Therefore, it is important to assist patients with sputum clearance after surgery to remove respiratory secretions from the lungs.
2. Practicing proper deep breathing
During wound healing, patients should also be encouraged to perform appropriate deep breathing exercises. Deep breathing helps increase chest expansion and prevents impairment of lung function.
3. Engaging in appropriate physical activity
After surgery, patients should perform moderate limb movements involving both upper and lower extremities to prevent venous thrombosis caused by prolonged bed rest.
In addition to the above measures, patients should increase fluid intake and adjust their diet. It is recommended that patients consume more foods rich in high-quality protein and vitamins, such as milk and eggs, while minimizing spicy, stimulating, and greasy foods like chili peppers, garlic, and ginger, to avoid adverse effects. If patients develop any discomfort symptoms, they should seek medical attention at a hospital promptly.