Patient's question:
My uncle's appetite has always been poor, with a bloated stomach, and he often gets easily tired. We've all been worried about him and took him to the hospital for a thorough check-up. The doctor said it's chronic hepatitis, and prescribed some medication for me. I've been taking the medicine, but it hasn't improved at all. I'm very worried. What should someone with chronic hepatitis eat?Doctor's answer:
For general hepatitis patients, rehabilitation can be achieved through protein supplementation. Grilled perch, eel, and yellow croaker can be alternately consumed, while crucian carp and black fish are more suitable for those with yin deficiency of the liver and kidneys. Chicken and mutton are low-fat, high-protein foods with a sweet and warm nature, beneficial for those with impaired liver function and weak spleen-stomach. Beef, with a sweet and balanced nature, can also strengthen the spleen and stomach and replenish qi and blood. Rabbit meat, with a sweet and cool nature, can replenish the middle, boost qi, cool blood, and expel toxins, making it particularly suitable for cases of external pathogens and damp-heat. Honey and sugar can provide some protective effects for the liver, but caution is advised for those with hepatic hyperglycemia. Fresh vegetables and fruits can enhance the body's immunity and are excellent tonics for patients with deficiency patterns of liver disease. I recommend you consult a doctor at the hospital for a thorough evaluation. This will give you peace of mind.