Breast cancer is a major physical and psychological stress on patients, and its treatment processes, such as surgery, chemotherapy, treatment, etc., can cause additional skin damage. Therefore, proper scientific skin protection and sunscreening measures are particularly important for breast cancer patients.First, it is essential to understand the causes of skin damage. When patients with breast cancer undergo treatment, the radiation causes direct skin damage, causing the skin to dry, fragile and even to the point of swelling and skin removal. The chemotherapy can affect the whole skin through blood circulation and cause adverse reactions such as itching and rashes. In addition, the post-operative healing period is a particularly sensitive period for the skin.In these cases, the skin protection of breast cancer patients should be based on:Keep skin clean and wet: select clean products for sensitive skins and avoid the use of detergents. After bathing, wet cream is applied, skin moisture is locked and drying is reduced. 2. Avoid excessive frictions and squeezes: wear clothing that is as relaxed, comfortable and soft as possible, and air-breeding, in order to reduce the friction of clothing on the skin. At the same time, the same position is avoided for long periods of time in order to prevent excessive pressure on the skin. 3. Rational diet, increasing skin resistance: nutritional balance, rational diet, such as fresh vegetables and vegetables, and whole grain food, can help to promote skin repair and increase skin resistance. Scientific sunscreening to reduce UV damage: UV is one of the major factors leading to aging and damage to our skin. Breast cancer patients should, to the extent possible, choose physical sunscreen measures, such as wearing a wide bonnet and using an umbrella. If sunscreen is used, a high SPF-value, water-protected product should be selected and painted on the exposed area half an hour before leaving the house, and repainted every two hours. 5. Close attention to skin changes and timely medical treatment: patients with breast cancer should closely monitor skin changes during treatment and, if abnormal symptoms are detected, such as bruises, pain, itching, etc., should seek medical attention in a timely manner and seek assistance from a professional doctor. In sum, skin protection and sunscreening of breast cancer patients is a multifaceted process that requires the participation of the patients and their families. By applying scientific care methods and appropriate preventive measures, skin damage can be effectively mitigated and the quality of life of patients improved.
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