Patient's question:
The patient has had hepatitis B for over 30 years and has been maintaining it with traditional Chinese medicine or hepatitis B tablets. There have been no major issues, but they recently stopped taking them for a short period. Upon examination at Shaw Hospital, it was found to be: cirrhosis with a tendency to develop cysts. The examination revealed an enlarged liver with an irregular shape, a dull capsule with a sawtooth appearance, and no significant liquid-filled areas in the perihepatic and subphrenic regions. The gallbladder, spleen, and pancreas were all in good condition.Doctor's answer:
Cirrhosis: It 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 lesions.Hello: There are many causes of cirrhosis, and the main causes vary in different regions. For treating cirrhosis, Western medicine takes effect relatively quickly, but traditional Chinese medicine focuses on nurturing the body's health, making the condition better and achieving more thorough self-healing. It is recommended to use traditional Chinese medicine for long-term regulation, combined with Western medicine treatment, which will yield excellent results.
In addition to timely treatment for cirrhosis, patients should maintain a positive mindset to face the disease. Only in this way can they reduce their immunity and strengthen their belief in combating the illness.