Patient's question:
My mother had stomach pain a few days ago. She thought it was diarrhea and didn't take it seriously, just took a little medicine. Later, her stomach got bigger and bigger, which scared us. We went to the hospital for a thorough check-up, and the doctor said it was liver ascites hardening. So, I wanted to ask you, doctor, how is liver ascites hardening treated?Doctor's answer:
This situation requires determining the specific cause of liver cirrhosis, such as whether it is alcoholic or viral. Treatment plans differ accordingly, such as abstinence from alcohol and antiviral treatment. Additionally, liver protection, enzyme reduction, and liver softening, as well as ascites treatment, are necessary. For example, paracentesis to drain ascites and protein supplementation are part of the treatment. It is essential to persist in treatment and closely monitor the condition, as this will help in controlling the disease.