Precautions for cholecystitis in the elderly

Cholecystitis in the elderly is a common disease with a high incidence rate, which can be divided into two types: acute and chronic. The physical fitness of the elderly is poor, so in their daily lives, they should focus on prevention when it comes to diseases. However, if they accidentally get a disease, they still need to patiently receive treatment and try their best to cooperate with the doctor's treatment. The elderly should pay attention to adjusting their eating habits and lifestyle.

The mortality rate of cholecystitis in the elderly is very low, so there is no need to worry too much about this disease, but it should not be taken lightly. You still need to understand some precautions. Let’s take a look at the precautions for cholecystitis in the elderly for your reference.

Chronic cholecystitis and cholelithiasis are very common in the elderly, and the two often exist at the same time. Diet control is one of the treatment measures during the attack period, and it is also an important means to maintain unobstructed bile excretion and reduce acute attacks.

(1) Eat less high-fat, high-cholesterol foods, such as egg yolks, fish roe, animal liver, brain intestines, etc. Increased cholesterol in bile makes it easier to form cholesterol stones. Vegetable oil can not only lower cholesterol, but also promote the conversion of cholesterol into bile acid to prevent the formation of gallstones, so it is advisable to use vegetable oil as the main food. It is best not to eat fried or pan-fried foods to avoid inducing biliary colic. When cooking, try to use light and low-fat food, steam or boil it at home, and avoid frying or deep-frying.

(2) Eat more foods rich in vitamin A, such as carrots, tomatoes and other yellow and red fruits and vegetables. Because vitamin A can maintain the health of the gallbladder lining epithelium, it can also reduce the formation of cholesterol stones. Radish, fruit juice, shepherd's purse, hawthorn, etc. are beneficial to the bile and liver and can be eaten often.

(3) Increase the ratio of protein and carbohydrates in food to ensure calorie requirements and facilitate the production of liver glycogen.

(4) Reducing the fiber content and eating a low-residue diet can also reduce irritation to the gastrointestinal tract.

(5) Increase the frequency of meals to stimulate bile secretion and reduce bile stagnation and concentration in the gallbladder.

It is still necessary to understand the precautions for cholecystitis in the elderly. If the condition permits, it is still necessary to strengthen physical exercise, participate in some activities for proper relaxation, and adjust eating habits to promote the body's metabolism. The body's functions can be improved accordingly, so that you can live a better life.