After a bone marrow transplant, your immune system is weakened, making you more susceptible to infections. Therefore, it’s crucial to avoid foods that could increase your risk. Here are some key categories to consider Post- transplant stage.
Raw or Undercooked Foods: Avoid raw or undercooked options like sushi, rare steaks, and poultry that isn’t cooked thoroughly. Don’t consume raw eggs in any form (e.g., in sauces, cookie dough). Unpasteurized milk, cheese, and other dairy products can harbor harmful bacteria. Wash all produce thoroughly. Avoid unwashed or raw sprouts. Undercooked tofu, raw or unpasteurized honey.
Foods High in Bacteria: Avoid cold cuts and hot dogs unless thoroughly reheated to steaming hot. Refrigerated smoked fish can carry bacteria. Be cautious with seafood that has been partially cooked.
Other Considerations: Alcohol can interfere with medications and further weaken the immune system. Caffeine may cause dehydration and disrupt sleep. Spicy foods and high-fiber foods can irritate the digestive system lead to diarrhea. Acidic foods may cause mouth sores.
Practice strict food safety measures. Cook all meats, poultry, and seafood to the recommended internal temperatures. Your doctor or a registered dietitian will provide specific dietary recommendations based on your individual needs and any complications you experience. Dietary restrictions may change as you recover.
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