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. Not knowing the cause, she went to the hospital yesterday for a check-up. The results showed that 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 restricted to less than 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 follow the doctor's advice for immediate treatment. Do not blindly trust advertisements or drugs for treatment, as this may worsen the condition.