What to eat after thyroid cancer surgery
Disease description:
A few days ago, Grandma had surgery for thyroid cancer. The doctor said she should get extra nutrition these days—what can she eat?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Qi Zhirong
After thyroid cancer surgery, patients can usually eat foods that are low in fat, such as carrots, spinach, and eggplant, to avoid placing extra burden on the gastrointestinal tract. A low-iodine diet is recommended; avoid foods high in iodine, such as dried shrimp, kelp, and nori. It's beneficial to consume more light, easily digestible, and nutritious foods, such as steamed egg custard and milk.
