Post-cervical cancer care: promoting rehabilitation and healthy living

Cervical cancer surgery is a major trauma to the patient ‘ s body, and post-operative recovery requires that the patient and his/her family give high priority and follow scientific guidance for care and rehabilitation. Awareness of, and careful implementation of, post-cervical cancer care will help patients reduce post-operative complications, promote physical recovery and improve their quality of life. After a cervical cancer operation, the abdominal or vaginal abdomen are operated on, and the care of the wound is a critical part of the initial post-operative period. The patient and his/her family should keep a close eye on whether the wound is bleeding or leaching and keep the wound clean and dry. In the event that the wound dressing is found to be immersed in blood or scrutinizers, medical personnel should be informed in a timely manner of replacement treatment to prevent infection. While local itching may occur during healing, scratching should be avoided to avoid skin-induced infections. In general, the abdominal wound can be removed from the line for approximately 7 – 10 days after the operation, and after it has been removed, care must be taken to protect the wound from excessive pull or external impact. It may take longer to heal the vaginal end, during which sexual life and baths should be avoided, as recommended by the doctor, and regularly rinse the vagina in order to keep the vagina clean and to promote healing, while also helping to prevent complications such as viscosity of the vaginal end. Second, the catheters and the catheters care usually leaves the catheters and the pelvic catheters after the operation, which play an important role in monitoring the patient’s post-operative recovery and the flow of fluids. The catheter usually needs to be set aside for about 1-2 weeks, during which time it is ensured that the catheter is smooth and prevents distortion, pressure or congestion. There is a daily need for cleaning of the urinary vents, drying them with warm water, and the use of iodized cotton balls to disinfect the urinary vents, as prescribed by the doctor, to prevent infection with the urinary system. At the same time, care should be taken to observe the colour, quantity and sexual nature of urine, and to report to the doctor in a timely manner if the urine is found to be obscurant, blood or an abnormal decrease in urine. The pelvis catheters should also be properly fixed to prevent their fall. The amount, colour and nature of the flow fluid are observed, and the volume of the flow fluid will normally gradually decrease and the colour will fade from blood to blood. In the case of an abnormal increase, dissipation, stench, or sudden cessation of the flow fluids, vigilance and information are needed to determine in a timely manner the existence of internal abdominal bleeding, lymph fistula or infection. Eating and nutrition support Sound dietary arrangements after surgery are essential for the patient’s physical recovery. When gastrointestinal functions are not fully restored in the early stages of the operation, a period of fasting is usually required, with a small amount of food, such as rice soup, powder, etc., to be given after gastrointestinal creeping and anal vents, and a gradual transition to semi-meal, such as fresh meals, noodles, thorium, etc., before slowly returning to soft and normal diets. The diet should be nutritionally balanced and ensure sufficient protein intake, such as skinny meat, fish, eggs, beans and beans, to help heal wounds and repair body tissues. At the same time, more fresh vegetables and fruits, vitamins, minerals and dietary fibres are to be fed to promote intestinal creeping and to prevent constipation. Avoid consumption of spicy, greasy, irritating and cold foods and reduce the irritation of the gastrointestinal tract. Persons suffering from anaemia or malnutrition may need nutritional supplementation or nutritional support under the guidance of a doctor, such as oral nutritional supplementation or intravenous infusion of nutrients. Physical activity and rehab exercise Appropriate physical activity at an early stage after an operation helps to promote gastrointestinal function restoration, the prevention of lung complications, and the formation of an vein of the lower limb. After anaesthesia, the patient is able to reverse his/her body in his/her bed, exercise his/her limbs, etc. As the body recovers, it can gradually increase its activity, such as sitting on the bed, standing by the bed, walking slowly. However, attention should be paid to the need for activities to be gradual and to avoid overwork or intense campaigns. Rehabilitation is also an important component of post-cervical cancer recovery. Patients can exercise pelvic muscles under the guidance of a doctor or rehabilitationer, such as the Kegel movement, by constricting and relaxing pelvic muscles, and increasing pelvic muscle strength, if physical conditions permit, which can help to improve the problems of possible post-operative urine incontinence and decomposition of pelvic organs. At the same time, a number of body stretches, joints, etc. may be performed to promote the circulation of the whole body and to improve the body ‘ s resilience and coordination. Psychological adjustment and periodic review The psychological impact of cervical cancer surgery on the patient is greater, and the patient may suffer from anxiety, fear, depression, etc. Families and friends should give their patients full care and support and encourage them to confront the disease and build confidence in overcoming it. Patients themselves can also reduce psychological stress and adjust their mental state by communicating with doctors, participating in patient support organizations, or carrying out activities to relax their physical and mental health, such as listening to music, reading, walking, etc. Regular review is an important means of monitoring the recurrence or transfer of cervical cancer. In general, a comprehensive review is required every 3 – 4 months during 2 years after the operation, including gynaecology, vaginal cytology, HPV, pelvic ultrasound, chest X-line or CT. After the operation, it can be reviewed every six months and every five years. Through regular review, it is possible to detect possible relapses or transfers at an early stage and to take timely and appropriate treatment to improve the survival and quality of life of patients. Post-cervical cancer care involves a number of aspects, including injury care, plumbing, dietary nutrition, physical activity, psychological adjustment and periodic review. It is only by being fully aware of and conscientiously implementing these concerns that patients and their families can better promote their post-operative rehabilitation and help them return to a healthy life.