Patient's question:
Patient: Female, 56 years old. She has always been relatively thin. After experiencing stomach discomfort in February this year, she underwent examinations at the Second Hospital, which revealed portal hypertension-induced liver cirrhosis, leading to esophageal and gastric varices, as well as an enlarged spleen. However, her liver function tests were normal, and she does not have hepatitis B or other liver diseases.Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to adopt a comprehensive approach of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Chinese herbal medicine for overall conditioning. This can stabilize and enhance the body's constitution, while the functions of invigorating the healthy Qi, expelling pathogenic factors, and nourishing blood can help lower the body's immunity. The Chinese herbal medicine Salix chinensis contains up to 40 different active medicinal components, including paclitaxel, baccatin III, alkaloids, Salix polysaccharides, and taxifolin. It possesses dual functions of draining edema, reducing swelling, expelling dampness, strengthening the spleen, expelling pathogenic factors, and invigorating the healthy Qi. The daily treatment for patients with liver cirrhosis primarily involves symptomatic medication. Patients can take many oral medications, complemented by various vitamins, while paying attention to regular routines, abstaining from smoking and alcohol. It is hoped that liver cirrhosis patients can recover as soon as possible!