Patient's question:
Auntie is usually quite healthy, but recently discovered she has ascites during a medical check-up at the hospital. The doctor prescribed some medication, but she still needs to go to the hospital for monthly check-ups. Our family isn't very short of money, but can patients with ascites have some of the fluid drained periodically?Doctor's answer:
Ascites is often the terminal stage of cirrhosis, indicating that the liver's own function has severely declined. The condition of ascites determines the patient's daily care. Good care can alleviate the patient's psychological and physical stress and even achieve some therapeutic effects. Patients are advised to rest in bed and avoid anxiety. It is crucial to stop consuming all salted, pickled, smoked, and high-sodium foods and seasonings. There are several treatment methods for ascites, but since the patient's condition varies, the diagnostic approach also differs. Therefore, patients need timely and thorough examination and diagnosis to receive targeted treatment.