How long is chemotherapy after lung cancer operation

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Lung cancer is a terrible disease. Some time ago, my friend's father found out that he suffered from lung cancer. Fortunately, he went to the hospital for surgical treatment in time. Now his condition has been controlled to a certain extent. The doctor also told us about how long chemotherapy is needed after lung cancer surgery. Now I will tell you about this problem.

How long is chemotherapy after lung cancer operation

First of all: chemotherapy can be started 20 days after surgery. Lung cancer surgery is the first step. For patients with advanced stage, chemotherapy is the next step, usually starting 3-4 weeks after surgery. The side effects of chemotherapy vary from person to person. Chemotherapy makes patients have nausea, vomiting, alopecia and leukopenia.

Secondly, it is suggested to choose traditional Chinese medicine or Yao medicine for consolidation treatment to prevent recurrence or metastasis. The side effects of chemotherapy are relatively large, which is difficult for patients to bear. Yao medicine can be used in chemotherapy at the same time, which can not only strengthen the curative effect, but also reduce the side effects of chemotherapy.

Finally: due to the poor physique of patients with lung cancer after surgery, patients are not suitable for chemotherapy at this time. We need to observe whether they are suitable for chemotherapy according to various indicators. Chemotherapy can be carried out after 2-4 weeks.

matters needing attention

For patients with lung cancer this disease, we must have a positive and optimistic attitude to face and treat this disease, at the same time, we should actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment, in order to achieve better treatment effect. In daily life, we should actively correct bad living habits, it is best to quit smoking and drinking, do not eat spicy and other stimulating food, can eat more fresh fruits and vegetables Food.