Cancer Care at Home

Red blood cells include a protein called hemoglobin, which transports oxygen to your cells. Cancer patients frequently have anemia as a side effect. The following cancers can cause low hemoglobin:

1. Colon and Cervical cancer (Blood Cancer)
2. Gastrointestinal cancer
3. Leukemia
4. Lymphoma

Moreover, chemotherapy and radiation can also cause low hemoglobin.

Palliative care is a specialized form of live-in care that focuses on improving the quality of life of cancer patients with or without the curative intent. Its primary goal is to relieve symptoms and to prevent psychological, emotional, and spiritual trials during the end of life. Cancer patients can receive live-in care under a licensed care provider anytime they need.

Cancer patients require more help and care. If you know any cancer patients and want to cheer them up, you can send them gift boxes or care packages. The following things can be included in a care package:

• Photo frame
• Customized hoodie
• Neck pillows
• Heating pads
• Games
• Books
• Socks and slippers

• Keep the room organized and presentable.
• Take out some time for the cancer patient and be gentle with them.
• Keep a record of medicines and appointments.
• Do not allow too many visitors at once.

Few foods can cause nausea and food poisoning in cancer patients. To prevent any critical situation, one should avoid the foods listed below:

• Undercooked or raw fish (sushi)
• Unwashed fruits and vegetables
• Soft-cooked eggs
• Milk
• Citrus Fruits
• Mayonnaise
• Unpasteurized Cheese