Can patients eat seafood after lung cancer surgery?
May 17, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Sun Qifeng
Introduction
It is acceptable to eat seafood after lung cancer surgery, but it is not recommended if the time since surgery is short. If the patient has just undergone surgery and their physical condition is relatively weak, consuming seafood may cause certain components in it to irritate the surgical wound, potentially leading to infection or pus formation. Therefore, eating seafood at this stage is not advised.
It is generally acceptable to eat seafood after lung cancer surgery, but it is not recommended if the time since surgery is short. The detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Can eat
Currently, lung cancer surgery in clinical practice mainly involves minimally invasive procedures, lobectomy, lymph node dissection, and similar techniques, which do not cause significant trauma to the patient. If a considerable amount of time has passed since the surgery, consuming seafood will not negatively affect postoperative recovery and may even help supplement essential trace elements, proteins, and vitamins.
2. Should not eat
If the patient has just undergone surgery and their physical condition is relatively weak, eating seafood—some components of which may irritate surgical wounds—could potentially lead to wound infection or pus formation. Therefore, consumption at this stage is not advised.
Patients who wish to consume such foods should base their decisions on individual health conditions. Additionally, before eating spicy, stimulating foods or high-salt, high-sodium foods, patients should consult their doctors. If their condition permits, there is no need for concern.
