Is traditional Chinese medicine effective for调理 multiple liver cysts?
Sep 27, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Gao Jun
Introduction
In general, if the cyst is small and grows slowly, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) regulation may have an auxiliary effect; however, if the cyst is large and grows rapidly, TCM regulation may be ineffective. In daily life, it is important to maintain a light diet and avoid consuming irritating foods such as raw, cold, spicy, or greasy items. Regular check-ups are also necessary to prevent recurrence.
In general, if the cyst is small and grows slowly, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) regulation may have an auxiliary effect; however, if the cyst is large and grows rapidly, TCM regulation may be ineffective. If discomfort occurs, prompt medical consultation is recommended. The detailed analysis is as follows:
If the cyst is small and does not cause obvious symptoms such as pain or abnormal liver function, TCM regulation may provide some supportive benefits. TCM can help regulate the body's balance of qi and blood, improve blood circulation, and enhance liver metabolism and detoxification functions, thereby promoting the absorption and reduction of the cyst.
For patients with larger cysts or those that grow rapidly, especially when severe complications such as liver failure or jaundice are present, the effectiveness of TCM regulation may be relatively limited. In such cases, medical interventions such as fenestration and drainage of the liver cyst, hepatectomy, or hepatic artery ligation may be required to manage disease progression.
In daily life, it is important to maintain a light diet and avoid consuming raw, cold, spicy, greasy, or otherwise highly irritating foods. Regular check-ups are also necessary to prevent recurrence.
