Patient's question:
Abdominal swelling, shiny, loss of appetite, sometimes recurrent vomiting, legs have also started to swell, and at severe times, even breathing becomes a problem. I always thought it was indigestion, so I want to ask if my symptoms could be ascites? If so, how should traditional Chinese medicine treat it?Doctor's answer:
The current situation involves the hospital conducting a thorough examination to confirm the specific condition before implementing traditional Chinese medicine treatment. At the same time, attention should be paid to diet and rest, and follow-up examinations should be conducted periodically. Medication should be used appropriately, and it is absolutely essential not to misuse drugs. The correct treatment method should be determined based on the situation. If there are any doubts, patients can consult with me. I hope the patient can recover soon.Actually, having ascites is not something to be feared. The patient should believe that they can overcome the illness. As long as the symptoms are detected early and treated accordingly, the chances of alleviating the condition and achieving recovery are very high.