Patient's question:
Treatment, after discharge, has been on medication continuously. Every 3 months, follow-up tests are conducted. There is no ascites in the abdomen, but the spleen is very large.Doctor's answer:
From your description, it is understood that the patient has an enlarged spleen, portal hypertension, and recurrent ascites. However, splenectomy or splenic embolization is not necessarily required for splenomegaly. This surgery is generally not recommended unless the spleen is extremely enlarged or it causes significant pancytopenia. Currently, there is no specific medication for liver cirrhosis. The main approach is to maintain mental well-being, avoid anger and fatigue, and keep a positive and cheerful mindset. Additionally, dietary management should be paid attention to. The general principle is to consume foods rich in vitamins, high in protein, low in fat, and low in starch, such as eating a variety of coarse grains, black rice, millet, and soy milk. If conditions permit, it is best to consume a significant amount of protein powder daily.