What is the purpose of the tape on a thyroid cancer scar

The tape on the scar after thyroid cancer surgery is usually to prevent the wound from becoming infected, scarring, etc. Thyroid cancer is a malignant tumor originating from the follicular epithelium of the thyroid gland, which is a low-grade malignant tumor with a good prognosis for early detection and early treatment.

1. Prevent infection: The tape on the scar after thyroid cancer surgery can play a role in protecting the wound and preventing the invasion of bacteria, thereby preventing infection. In addition, it can also avoid friction or compression on the scar, so as not to affect the healing of the scar;

2. Prevent scar hyperplasia: The tape on the scar after thyroid cancer surgery can also play a role in inhibiting scar hyperplasia.Because the tape contains silicone, it can inhibit fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis, thereby inhibiting scar hyperplasia. If the patient is allergic to tape, it is not recommended to treat the scar with this method;

3. Other functions: The tape on the scar after thyroid cancer surgery can also play a role in fixing the skin. Because the tape has a certain stickiness, when applied to the surface of the skin, the skin can be adhered to the muscle tissue, so as to achieve the purpose of fixing the skin. If the patient needs radiation or chemotherapy after surgery, iodophor can be sterilized under the guidance of a doctor, and the wound can be covered with sterile gauze and fixed with tape.

Patients after thyroid cancer surgery should pay attention to a light diet and try not to eat spicy and stimulating foods. At the same time, we should also pay attention to rest, ensure sufficient sleep time, and avoid staying up late.