Patient's question:
Doctor, my wife is 36 years old. She was recently diagnosed with a tumor. Currently, she is undergoing chemotherapy and taking medication. However, recently she seems to be experiencing drug-induced liver injury and jaundice. I would like to ask, what should be done about drug-induced liver injury and jaundice?Doctor's answer:
I'm not sure what type of tumor you have. Now, the recurrence of drug-induced liver injury and jaundice (yellowing of the skin) indicates the reappearance of jaundice. This jaundice could be caused by the medication you mentioned, or it could be due to the tumor spreading to the liver and obstructing the bile duct, leading to jaundice again. Therefore, you should first go to the hospital's oncology department for a thorough examination to rule out the cause related to the tumor. If it is indeed drug-induced, liver-protective medications such as silymarin can be used for treatment. For patients with severe liver damage, it is recommended to seek immediate medical attention and follow the doctor's advice for prompt treatment. Avoid blindly relying on advertisements for medication, as this could worsen the condition. The above suggestions are for reference only. I hope the answer above can help you. Thank you.