Patient's question:
My sister has uterine fibroids. At first, there weren't any major symptoms—just irregular periods and a lump in her abdomen, but it didn't hurt. The discharge had a strong odor. She has now had surgery, and the doctor said it's fine to recover at home with proper care.Doctor's answer:
Because each patient's condition is different, their physical constitution varies, and dietary principles cannot be generalized. For the elderly and frail, it is advisable to consume more liquid and semi-liquid foods to facilitate digestion, such as lotus root starch or orange juice. Alternatively, soups made with lean meat or fresh fish can be prepared, ensuring both nutrition and stimulating appetite, which will help the patient recover quickly. If the patient's nutritional status is poor and they cannot obtain sufficient nutrients from regular food, high-energy, comprehensive nutritional supplements can be taken orally to stabilize the malnutrition condition. Bowel movements should not be rushed. Generally, after the patient has passed gas, they can begin drinking very small amounts of water. If there is no discomfort, they can start consuming liquid foods like rice soup or vegetable soup, gradually transitioning to soft foods and regular foods thereafter.