Patient's question:
I have a habit of drinking beer, and I need to have half a liter of baijiu every day. Last night, I went out with friends and drank four bottles of beer. After coming back, I experienced severe nausea and vomiting, along with diarrhea. When I went to the hospital for a thorough check-up, they diagnosed me with schistosomiasis-related liver cirrhosis. I'm devastated and don't know what to do.How serious is schistosomiasis-related liver cirrhosis?
Doctor's answer:
Hello! Schistosomiasis-induced cirrhosis is caused by liver fibrosis and inflammation following the transmission of schistosomiasis. Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease, and the progression to cirrhosis stage usually indicates late-stage schistosomiasis, characterized by significant liver function impairment and portal hypertension. Antifibrosis treatment should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor, along with symptomatic and etiological treatments.