Patient's question:
Suffering from chronic liver disease, he has been taking medication but has not been fully cured. Recently, it is unclear if he encountered some kind of setback, as he often appears a bit dazed and has somewhat unclear consciousness, not knowing what he is doing, and sometimes forgetting who the people around him are. Upon careful examination, it was discovered to be hepatic encephalopathy. What kind of assistance is needed: What are the hazards of patients with hepatic encephalopathy?Doctor's answer:
The hazards of hepatic encephalopathy are categorized based on the degree of consciousness impairment, neurological manifestations, and changes in electroencephalogram, according to the "New Internal Medicine" of China. Hepatic encephalopathy can be divided into stages 0-4, but these stages may overlap or transform into one another. Microhepatic encephalopathy often shows no obvious abnormalities in patients, only mild neurological, physical, and psychological anomalies. Due to poor concentration, patients may struggle to complete fine motor tasks well, such as performing high-altitude work or driving, which may pose safety risks. Severe hepatic encephalopathy may lead to central inhibition, potentially harming the soul!