Questions
A 32-year-old male has recently been experiencing poor mental state and is wondering about the possible causes of coughing and hemoptysis in late-stage lung cancer?
Answers
For lung cancer patients experiencing symptoms such as coughing and hemoptysis, traditional Chinese medicine offers various formulas for nourishing yin and moistening the lungs, as well as herbal poultices. These include dietary recommendations like consuming ingredients that have the effect of nourishing yin and moistening the lungs, such as almonds, clearing the lungs, and soothing poultices. According to folk remedies, lung cancer patients can consume supplements like clam, turtle shell glue, turtle meat, and glutinous rice. Compared to other tumors, the diet of lung cancer patients should be more balanced. In addition to traditional Chinese medicine tonics, lung cancer patients should consume milk, eggs, lean meat, animal liver, soy products, and fresh fruits and vegetables. It is recommended to increase the patient’s bowel movements.