Patient's question:
When I went home from work in the morning, I noticed that my body was experiencing discomfort again. Later, I went to the hospital for a thorough examination. The doctor told me that I have leukemia. I want to know if I can eat Ejiao Gao (a traditional Chinese medicine) with leukemia? Will it cause other changes in my body?Doctor's answer:
During the treatment for leukemia, diet is very important. Since chemotherapy needs to be done every time, it is okay to eat Ejiao Gao (a traditional Chinese sweet) during this period. Ejiao Gao has the effect of tonifying qi and is very beneficial to the body. However, it should not be used excessively, as too much can also cause harm to the body. If any discomfort reappears, it is essential to follow the doctor's treatment plan for proper care. In terms of diet, it should be based on light and simple food, with plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits, and more water. Spicy and greasy foods should be avoided.