Patient's question:
My mother-in-law has always said she has chest pain. Sometimes the pain is so severe that she can't even get out of bed and doesn't know what to eat for dinner. So yesterday, she went to the hospital for a check-up. The results showed she has mid-stage liver cirrhosis. I don't know what to do. I want to know what dietary precautions are necessary for liver cirrhosis.Doctor's answer:
Diet is very important for patients with cirrhosis. The diet for cirrhosis patients is best to follow a low-salt diet: If cirrhosis patients have edema and ascites, they should also adopt a low-salt diet while increasing protein intake. The daily intake of sodium should generally be controlled within 1.5 grams. During cooking, for seasoning, salt-free soy sauce and other condiments can be used. For severe cirrhosis patients, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately and receive treatment based on the doctor's advice. Avoid blindly trusting advertisements for medication, as this may worsen the condition.