Patient's question:
My colleague, who is usually very envious, has been looking unwell these past few days with a yellow complexion and a lack of appetite. She also experiences pain in the liver area and feels nauseous after eating. When she went to the hospital for a check-up, the doctor diagnosed her with liver cirrhosis and advised her to pay more attention to her mental health.Doctor's answer:
Cirrhosis is a common chronic liver disease that can be caused by one or more different reasons leading to liver damage, with the liver presenting progressive, diffuse, and fibrotic changes. Patients with cirrhosis should appropriately increase their physical activity, while those in the decompensated stage should primarily focus on bed rest. In terms of diet, it is generally recommended to encourage high-calorie, high-protein, vitamin-rich, and palatable foods. For medication treatment, there are currently no specific drugs available, and medication should not be excessively used. During the treatment of cirrhosis, in addition to medication, the patient's dietary condition and psychological state are also very important. Patients must maintain a light diet while always keeping a cheerful and optimistic mindset.