Patient's question:
I have recently been experiencing recurring episodes of dull complexion, infrequent urination, and almost being unable to go to the toilet many times a day. Additionally, my weight has been increasing rapidly, and sometimes my teeth develop cracks. After checking into the hospital, the doctor diagnosed me with liver cirrhosis. How should I treat and stabilize it?Doctor's answer:
Cirrhosis is a common chronic progressive liver disease in clinical diagnosis, characterized by diffuse liver damage caused by one or more different etiologies over a long period or repeatedly. The majority of cases in our country are post-hepatitis cirrhosis, with a smaller portion being alcoholic cirrhosis and schistosomiasis cirrhosis. It is recommended to administer intravenous hypertonic glucose solutions to digest calories, and the infusion can include substances such as vitamin C, insulin, and potassium chloride. It is important to maintain water, electrolyte, and acid-base balance. In more severe cases, albumin and fresh plasma can be administered. The daily treatment for cirrhosis patients primarily involves medication. Patients can take various oral medications, complemented by multiple vitamins, while also paying attention to self-care, proper diet, and avoiding cold foods.