Patient's question:
I have been suffering from ascites for a year. Hard work led to the onset of this illness. In 2005, I had an episode, but it was quickly resolved with Western medicine treatment, including diuretics and albumin injections. This time, from the beginning of 2006 to now, it has been persistent. Initially, taking diuretics could reduce it, but as soon as I stopped, it gradually returned. I have taken Spironolactone. How can it be cured?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of ascites is not as simple as you mentioned; simply using diuretics is only treating the symptoms, not the root cause. The most common cause of ascites is liver cirrhosis, especially alcoholic cirrhosis. Other liver-related causes include chronic hepatitis. Identifying the specific cause before formulating a medication plan will lead to a much longer-lasting effect. Additionally, during the treatment of ascites, the patient's dietary condition and care are also very important. The patient must digest vitamins, prevent stomach problems, and maintain a light diet to avoid unnecessary harm. I hope the above answer can assist you. Thank you.