Can you eat seafood after pectus excavatum surgery?
Disease description:
My son has had a poor appetite since his pectus excavatum surgery. I'd like to prepare some seafood for him, but is it safe to eat seafood after pectus excavatum surgery?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Xue Yajun
After pectus excavatum surgery, if the patient has recovered well and does not have any seafood allergies, it is generally safe to consume seafood. Seafood is highly nutritious and can promote wound healing. However, to avoid overburdening the digestive system, it is advisable not to eat too much at once. For patients with an allergic constitution, seafood is generally not recommended after pectus excavatum surgery.
