Patient's question:
Diagnosed with liver cirrhosis, it was caused by hepatitis, but the specific cause was not thoroughly examined. After taking traditional Chinese medicine for one and a half months, a liver and gallbladder panel test revealed that it was caused by hepatitis. Is there a difference in treatment between biliary and other types? Is it necessary to conduct further detailed examination?Doctor's answer:
The causes of cirrhosis include:(1) Viral hepatitis, mainly hepatitis B and C (formerly known as non-A, non-B hepatitis). Hepatitis A generally does not progress to cirrhosis.
(2) Schistosomiasis.
(3) Chronic alcoholism.
(4) Drugs and chemical toxins, such as long-term use of isoniazid, methyldopa, or frequent exposure to certain chemical toxins like carbon tetrachloride, phosphorus, arsenic, and chloroform.
(5) Malnutrition.
(6) Circulatory disorders.
(7) Cholestasis.
Patients with cholestatic cirrhosis face the risk of this condition. We should promptly follow symptomatic treatment principles and not avoid seeking medical attention. If cholestatic cirrhosis does not improve with treatment, it is essential to switch to a new treatment plan in a timely manner.