Bone Marrow Transplant: Lifestyle and Wellness Guide
Recovering from a bone marrow transplant (BMT) involves the adventure that needs careful attention for better lifestyle choices with wellness habits and active forms of self-care. Following transplant, immune system weakening occurs, so preventing infection, nutrition, and gradual physical recovery become priority.
Here’s a comprehensive guide on what to do and what to avoid after a bone marrow transplant.
Do’s After Bone Marrow Transplant
- Adhere to your medication Strictly
Be sure that you adhere to your medication schedule and attend all your follow-up appointments. Notify your healthcare team right away regarding any strange symptoms. Recovery hinges upon early detection.
Wash hands frequently using antimicrobial soap before eating or touching your face, Keep your environment clean as well as free of dust. Use fluoride toothpaste to brush your teeth after eating.
- Eat a Nutritious and healthy diet
Work with a dietitian to ensure your diet is rich in proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Eat healthy fats, vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and dairy with lean meats, Follow food safety guidelines:
- Avoid raw or undercooked meats, eggs, and seafood
- Skip unpasteurized dairy and juices
- Refrain from salad bars, soft cheeses, and deli meats.
- Wash all fruits and vegetables thoroughly
- Eat freshly prepared food and avoid leftovers.
- Stay Physically fit and active
Walking and gentle yoga can be light activities to begin with. Regular movement helps control weight, maintain bone strength, and improve heart.
- Monitor your health regularly
Keep up with regular blood tests and doctor visits. Watch for the signs that can indicate an infection or other complications so seek prompt medical attention when it is needed.
- Emotional Wellness
Recovery can be emotionally challenging. Ask for support from counsellors, support groups, or loved ones they help you in coping with stress and anxiety.
Don’ts After Bone Marrow Transplant
- Don’t Rush Recovery
Time is needed for rebuilding your immune system. Until your doctor clears you for returning, you must avoid strenuous activities or must avoid returning to work. The patience of yours is what your body's pace requires.
- Don’t opt unhealthy food
Foods that happen to be raw, or are undercooked, or are expired should never be consumed. Shun buffet food from places having poor hygiene or dining spots that are new.
Alcohol can strain your liver which may already be weakened through chemotherapy medications or graft-versus-host disease (GVHD). Completely shun it while healing.
- Avoid Smoke
The risk of cancer increases and the process of recovery slows because of smoking. It’s vital to remain smoke-free after transplant1.
- Avoid getting exposed to Infections
During the early recovery phase, avoid people who are sick, public transports and crowded places. Activities such as manicures and pedicures or tattoos and piercings, which may introduce some infections, should be postponed.
- Don’t Skip Sun Protection
Direct sun may cause damage to skin. Cancer risk increases after transplantation, Protective clothing as well as sunscreen are always useful.
- Avoid Self-Medicating with Supplements
Only take supplements that are approved by your transplant team. Some can interact with medications or affect your recovery
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