Low immunity is the most common problem in tumor patients, and it is also a headache. When the immunity is low, it will cause the patient to be unable to tolerate subsequent treatment, the pain will increase, the quality of life will be reduced, and the serious will directly threaten the patient's life!
How do you find out if your immunity levels are low? Is the higher the immunity, the better? How can tumor patients improve their immunity? After reading this article, you may be able to understand!
Is the higher the immunity, the better?
It is generally believed that the stronger the immunity, the better the effect of tumor treatment. But in fact, in some types of cancer immunotherapy, some patients with stronger immune systems have lower response rates, and stronger immune systems may hinder immunotherapy.
Another study found that the tumor cells of patients with strong immunity did not show autoantigen mutations at the beginning, and the main histocompatibility complex could not pass on the signal of the immune system to "clear the cancer cells", and the immunotherapy of the tumor would be limited.
Therefore, too high or too low immunity will cause immune damage, which is not good for the human body, and only moderate immunity is most beneficial to the human body.
Immunity goes downhill, and these 4 symptoms will appear
Frequent colds
People with weakened immunity are easily attacked by viruses, colds become commonplace, and sometimes they may be slightly cold and blow a little wind to catch a cold and fever. And the same cold, always recovering more slowly than others.
Wounds are difficult to heal
Usually, a part of the body is accidentally scratched, and normal people can heal and recover in a few days, but the wounds of people with low immunity are easily infected, and then red, swollen and pus, and the wounds heal more slowly.
Easy to fatigue
Tumor patients themselves will have cancer fatigue, which is easily confused with fatigue caused by low immunity, and should be paid attention to when abnormal fatigue occurs. In this case, going to the hospital for examination generally does not find organic lesions or other abnormalities.
Poor gastrointestinal function
Patients with low immunity often have poor gastrointestinal function, mainly manifested as indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, etc., and even unexplained vomiting and diarrhea!
How to effectively improve immunity?
In the treatment process of tumor patients, the toxic side effects of chemotherapy drugs, radioactive radiation, major surgical trauma, psychological stress, anxiety, etc. will affect the body's immune function, resulting in a decrease in immunity. So, what are the ways to improve immunity?
01
Eat a sensible diet
The ancients said that "the soldiers and horses do not move, the grain and grass go first." The immune system is like the "soldiers" in the human body, and the "grain and grass" is a nutrient, which usually ensures a balanced nutritional intake, which helps to strengthen physical fitness and resist the invasion of bacteria and viruses.
Guaranteed protein intake. Proteins can not only provide raw materials for the regenerative repair of immune cells, antibodies and mucosal tissues, but also work synergistically with carbohydrates to promote the body's repair. It is recommended to consume high-quality protein foods such as lean meat, fish, shrimp, eggs, milk, soybeans and soy every day, and try to ensure 1 egg, 300 grams of milk and dairy products per day.
Eat more fresh vegetables and fruits. It is recommended to consume more than 500 grams of vegetables and 200-350 grams of fruits per day. Fresh dates, kiwifruit, cherry tomatoes, strawberries, and citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C to help the immune system work efficiently.
Drink plenty of water to boost metabolism. The daily water intake should be 1500-2000 ml, several times in small amounts. It is recommended to drink boiled water or light tea, and drink no or less sugary drinks.
02
Get enough sleep
During sleep, the body produces a sleep factor that promotes leukocytosis, macrophage activity, and enhanced liver detoxification, thereby eliminating invading bacteria and viruses. From 11:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. is a deep sleep period for people, and it is necessary to ensure 7 hours to 8 hours of sleep every day.
03
Exercise appropriately
Proper exercise is a great way to boost immunity. Squatting, push-ups, sit-ups, baduanjin, tai chi, brisk walking, jogging, etc. are all good choices. However, relying on exercise to improve immunity is not "grinding guns, not fast and light", you must continue to exercise for 12 weeks, the number of immune cells will begin to increase.
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But don't exercise strenuously, as strenuous exercise reduces the body's resistance in 72 hours and increases the risk of infection by 41%.
04
Keep a good attitude
Negative emotions such as stress and depression can promote the secretion of adrenocortical hormones, resulting in a decrease in immunity. Abdominal breathing regulates a person's autonomic nerves and is a great way to overcome negative emotions.
Abdominal breathing method
Stand with your feet open, your knees slightly flexed, and your hands on your abdomen. When you inhale, your belly bulges up, as if you were smelling flowers with your nose. Let the abdomen retract when exhaling, mouth shape like a blowing candle, and exhale slowly. Practice for 6 minutes each morning, middle and evening.