The side effects of targeted therapy for breast cancer
can be alleviated by the following methods: 1. Alleviation of cardiotoxicity 1. Close monitoring: During treatment, regular cardiac function tests, such as electrocardiogram, cardiac ultrasound, etc., can be carried out to detect problems in time and take measures. 2. Drug intervention: If heart function is abnormal, doctors may give drugs to protect the heart, such as angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, beta blockers, etc. 2. Relief of digestive system reactions 1. Nausea and vomiting: ● Dietary adjustment: Choose light and digestible food and avoid greasy, spicy and irritating food. You can eat small meals and avoid eating too much at one time. ● Medication: Your doctor may prescribe antiemetic medications, such as serotonin receptor antagonists, to relieve nausea and vomiting. 2. Diarrhea: ● Dietary adjustment: Increase the intake of dietary fiber and avoid eating high-sugar, high-fat and stimulating foods. Drink plenty of warm water to prevent dehydration. ● Medication: Antidiarrheal drugs, such as montmorillonite powder, can be used. If the diarrhea is severe, the doctor may adjust the dose of the targeted drug or suspend the treatment. 3. Relief of skin reactions 1. Rash: ● Skin care: Keep the skin clean and avoid using irritating cosmetics and bath products. A mild moisturizer can be used to relieve dry and itchy skin. ● Medication: Your doctor may administer topical medications, such as glucocorticoid ointments, to reduce rash symptoms. If the rash is severe, oral allergy medication may be required. 2. Hand-foot syndrome: ● Skin care: Avoid rubbing and squeezing hands and feet, and wear loose and comfortable shoes and socks. Moisturizing cream and urea ointment can be used to keep the skin of hands and feet moist. ● Medication: If the symptoms are severe, the doctor may administer analgesic drugs or adjust the dosage of targeted drugs. 4. Alleviation of abnormal blood system 1. Leukopenia: ● Prevention of infection: Pay attention to personal hygiene, wash hands frequently, and avoid going to crowded places. If the leukopenia is severe, the doctor may give drugs to raise white blood cells. 2. Anemia: ● Dietary adjustment: Increase the intake of foods rich in iron, vitamin B12, folic acid and other nutrients, such as lean meat, eggs, green leafy vegetables, etc. ● Medication: If the anemia is severe, the doctor may give blood tonic drugs or blood transfusion. 5. Alleviation of other side effects 1. Fatigue: ● Proper rest: ensure adequate sleep and avoid overwork. According to their own situation, they can take appropriate exercise, such as walking, yoga, etc., to enhance their physical strength. 2. Fever: ● Find out the cause: If fever occurs, seek medical advice in time to find out the cause of fever, such as whether there is infection. If the fever is drug-induced, the doctor may give antipyretics or adjust the treatment plan. In a word, during targeted therapy, patients should pay close attention to their physical condition and report the side effects to doctors in time. Doctors will take appropriate measures to alleviate the side effects and improve the quality of life of patients according to the specific situation.
