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"Oh, uncle, what's wrong with you, why do you have such a bad face?" Dr. Zheng couldn't help but ask worriedly as soon as he entered the door.
The sun was particularly sunny on this day, but in the ward of Wuhan Central Hospital, the atmosphere was a little solemn. Uncle Zhang, a 65-year-old retired teacher, went to the hospital for a follow-up because he felt physically exhausted. Half a year ago, he had just undergone surgery for bowel cancer, and he thought everything would get better, but he didn't expect the results of the re-examination to be heartbreaking.
"Dr. Zheng, I don't know, I take my medicine on time and walk every day to exercise. Uncle Zhang said. Dr. Cheng picked up his medical notebook, he is an experienced expert in digestive diseases and has long studied bowel cancer. He knows that surgery and medication alone are not enough, and that many small details in his life can be a hidden danger for cancer recurrence.
"Uncle Zhang, I remember that you used to teach, so you should be used to the way you work, right? Now that you are retired, do you still maintain the habit of rarely moving?" asked Dr. Zheng. Uncle Zhang nodded, "Yes, most of the time after I retired was sitting reading books and watching TV. ”
"That's right!" Dr. Zheng said with a little excitement in his tone, "Actually, prolonged sedentary time is a very big risk factor for bowel cancer recurrence. Prolonged sittings are not only associated with a first-time risk of bowel cancer, but also significantly increase the likelihood of recurrence for cancer patients. ”
"Diet is also very important. Dr. Cheng continues, "Many patients feel relieved after treatment and begin to relax their diet. Foods high in fat and sugar, as well as processed meats, are 'accomplices' in promoting the recurrence of bowel cancer. He did relax a lot in his diet, and every time it was tea time, a few biscuits and a cup of milk tea became his must-have.
Dr. Zheng looked at Uncle Zhang's expression and knew that he had realized the problem. "It's not hard to change these habits, but it takes determination and sustained effort. Get up and move for at least five minutes a day, and as for your diet, eat more fiber foods. ”
Dr. Zheng gave Uncle Zhang a few more suggestions, "Uncle Zhang, do you want to try keeping a diary? In fact, keeping a diary can not only help you record your daily diet and exercise, but also effectively reduce psychological pressure, do you know?"
Uncle Zhang was a little surprised, "Can keeping a diary also help treat cancer recurrence? Dr. Zheng smiled, "Cancer patients with high psychological stress have a higher probability of recurrence than patients with good psychological state. And keeping a journal can help people better understand and manage their emotions. ”
Uncle Zhang felt very reasonable and decided to give it a try. After a few months, he felt that not only was he improving physically, but he was also in a much better mood.
In the follow-up examination, Dr. Zheng also noticed a significant improvement in Uncle Zhang's psychological state. Together, they reviewed Uncle Zhang's diary and found that after starting to keep a diary, Uncle Zhang's attitude towards treatment was more positive, and his fear of facing the disease gradually decreased.
"Look here, you mentioned in this diary that although the daily workout makes you feel a little tired, after you finish it, you are in a good mood and feel full of energy for the day. Dr. Cheng pointed to a passage in his diary and said. Uncle Zhang nodded, "Yes, I find myself looking forward to that one-hour walk every day now, and it feels like recharging the day." ”
In the process of treatment, Uncle Zhang gradually realized that the treatment of cancer is not only about fighting physical lesions, but also about a holistic healing process of psychology and emotion. Through the diary, he found a way to heal himself, which was an unexpected surprise for him.
One day a few months later, after a routine check-up, Uncle Zhang asked Dr. Zheng, "Dr. Zheng, is it possible for me to scientifically help prevent cancer recurrence by keeping a diary like this?"
Dr. Cheng earnestly answers, "In fact, although the evidence for direct prevention of cancer recurrence is not very strong, managing psychological stress and improving your emotional and mental health through journaling is a well-established way to help improve your overall health." This indirectly supports your physical health and reduces the risk of disease recurrence. ”
After hearing this, Uncle Zhang was even more convinced that his daily records were not only fighting against the disease, but also laying a solid foundation for his comprehensive recovery. He looked at Dr. Cheng gratefully, his heart filled with gratitude and hope.
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