Patient's question:
My uncle has always been the type to attend banquets frequently, indulging in large meals and drinks without restraint. Two years ago, it was already discovered that he had alcoholic liver disease, but my uncle still pays no attention to his health, leading to the worsening of his condition. The doctor said that he has now developed cirrhosis.Doctor's answer:
Ascites is the full name for hepatic ascites. Fluid tends to persist in a long-term (chronic) form rather than recurring in a short-term (acute) manner, most commonly occurring in liver cirrhosis, especially alcoholic cirrhosis. Non-liver diseases such as cancer, heart failure, kidney failure, and tuberculosis can also cause ascites. Ascites refers to the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity. In addition, during the treatment of liver cirrhosis, besides timely medical intervention, the patient's dietary condition and psychological state are also particularly important. Patients must maintain a light diet while keeping a cheerful and optimistic mindset to avoid unnecessary interference with the recovery of liver cirrhosis.