Patient's question:
Now, if a hepatitis B carrier takes Lixian, after one week, their ALT levels rise to 42. Will the illness break out if they take the medicine diligently?Doctor's answer:
Now, drug treatment can only suppress the virus's replication but cannot kill the virus. Generally, lifelong medication is required, and it may also lead to viral mutation and toxic side effects on other organs. Long-term medication also increases the patient's financial burden. It is recommended to avoid medications that harm the liver, engage in adequate physical activity, refrain from spicy and stimulating foods, eat more vegetables and fruits, and consume more high-protein and high-vitamin foods. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is essential. Patients can understand professional treatment while using folk remedies as supplementary therapy in daily life. It is crucial to avoid extreme hunger or fullness in daily dietary habits and never overeat or binge drink.