Patient's question:
I have had cirrhosis for over ten years. Now, my spleen is enlarged, and I recently experienced liver ascites again. After a period of Chinese medicine treatment, the ascites condition has been relieved. During this time, my liver function was normal. Now, I have again experienced loose, sugary stools, liver area pain, and liver-spleen distending pain. It's truly a living hell.Doctor's answer:
Currently, there are medication-based treatment and surgical treatment for liver cirrhosis. Improper medication and overuse of drugs can also increase the burden on the liver, which is not only detrimental to the complete recovery of the liver but also accelerates the recurrence of complications of liver cirrhosis. Liver transplantation was once believed to be the best method for treating liver cirrhosis, but currently, there are so many people worldwide suffering from liver cirrhosis, and there is a shortage of donor organs. Additionally, after a liver transplant, patients need to take long-term immunosuppressive drugs, which cannot reduce their suffering. According to the World Health Organization, liver transplantation can only extend life by about 3 years, and it is not a complete cure. Moreover, during the treatment of liver cirrhosis, the patient's dietary condition and care are also very important. Patients must pay close attention to their diet and eat more light and nutritious foods.