Patient's question:
I am a smoker. Many years ago, I developed hepatitis, and due to delayed treatment, it has now led to cirrhosis. This year, during a thorough examination, the doctor informed me that I have ascites. What could be the reason for this? Will the ascites be contagious? What should I do?Doctor's answer:
This disease is not contagious! Liver cirrhosis patients should pay attention to their daily diet, and patients must quit smoking and drinking alcohol. Additionally, patients are strictly prohibited from consuming high-protein, high-vitamin, high-carbohydrate, and low-fat foods. If there is excessive ascites, paracentesis treatment can be implemented. In addition to timely treatment for liver cirrhosis, patient friends should always maintain a positive attitude to face the disease. Only in this way can they reduce the patient's immunity and the belief to fight the disease. At the same time, they should pay more attention to their own dietary care and closely monitor changes in their symptoms, believing that this will definitely drive liver cirrhosis away.