Rectal cancer, when you hear it, you may feel like a great test in the journey of life. But you know what? As that old saying says, “The difficulties are like springs, and you are weak and strong”. The path to recovery from rectal cancer is indeed full of challenges, but as long as we have light in our hearts and strong feet, we will be able to emerge from a new horizon. Today, let’s talk about those “faults” in this “rehabilitation trip” and how to get rid of them like warriors.
I. Post-surgery “minor episode”
Imagine that the intestinal tract is like a pipe in our house, carrying nutrients with diligence and diligence. However, after a “big overhaul” of rectal cancer surgery, it may sometimes inadvertently leave a small hole, as if the pipe had broken an mouth and the water began to see through. At this point, don’t worry, we’re like plumbers who find out in time, take a good rest and cooperate with the doctor in “repairing” so that the intestinal tract can again be durable. It’s like having a little surgery on the body, and the intestinal tract may have accidentally suffered a little “minor injury”. These “small wounds” may bleed if they are not healed well enough, as if they were accidentally slit on the finger. Don’t worry, we’ll do as we’re told, take some blood meds, like we’re putting a “congrats” on the wound to get it right.
During rectal cancer surgery, the doctor is required to re-trace the intestinal end of the cut. Sometimes, however, this “line” may not be sufficiently tight, resulting in a small gap on the bridge. At this point, relax, it’s like we’re building a bridge and eating antibiotics, and it’s like putting a stain-proof paint on the bridge, and it’s gonna heal faster. After the operation, it was like placing a “suspension key” on the body because of the bed rest. At this point, however, the pulmonary sluice may be “slubbering” and clogged in the bronchial tube, causing lung failure or lung infection. We have to act like we’re doing gymnasium for the lungs, getting out of bed as soon as possible, breathing deep, promoting the drain, and using some antibiotics to regenerate the lungs. In addition to these common “minor episodes”, rectal cancer can be followed by challenges such as urination and enteric infarction. They’re like little stones on the road, which could slow us down for a while. But don’t worry, it’s like removing obstacles from the road and making it easier for us to recover, under the guidance of a doctor.
Second, we’re going to have to eat like walking kids, one step at a time. At first, it was like a little greasy in the intestinal tract. Then, slowly, the transition to semi-fluent food is like having a soft meal for the intestinal tract. And finally, when the intestinal is almost recovered, we can let go of the belly and enjoy the good food. But remember, we have to avoid food that’s too hard, too hot, too oily, like wearing a “bulletproof jacket” for the intestinal tract. After the operation, our body was like a marathon, and we had to rest. But with enough rest, we’re going to have to gradually increase our activity, like “breathing” the body. At first, moving around in bed was like doing a warm-up exercise for the body. And then, trying to get out of bed, it’s like giving the body a tummy bone. And finally, when the body’s almost recovered, we’ll have the courage to exercise, like walking, yoga, and so on, to make the body stronger.
During the post-operative recovery period, our psychology may have been like a “storm”. At this point, we have to “sun-sun-sun” our mind to make it warm and bright again. Many people talk to their families, friends and share their feelings; they can also join patient support groups to listen to others ‘ stories and experiences. This will make us stronger and braver in our recovery challenges. The rectal cancer is a challenge, but believe that as long as we stand up to it, the dawn of “new life” will come. In this “rehabilitation trip”, we may encounter minor complications and challenges, but remember, you are not alone in battle. Family, friends, doctors… they’re all your strong backs. Let’s embrace the dawn of the new life! May you walk further and further on the path of recovery, to a better life!