Can traditional Chinese medicine treat liver cysts?
Dec 30, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Gao Jun
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can assist in the treatment of liver cysts. However, it cannot completely eliminate the cysts, especially in cases of larger cysts or severe complications, where treatment may require integration with Western medical approaches such as surgery. It is important to maintain healthy lifestyle habits in daily life, avoiding excessive fatigue and emotional fluctuations to prevent adverse effects on the liver.
Generally, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can assist in the treatment of liver cysts. However, it cannot completely eliminate the cysts, especially in cases of larger cysts or severe complications, where treatment may require the integration of Western medical approaches, such as surgery. A detailed analysis is as follows:
From the perspective of TCM, liver cysts are often associated with factors such as stagnation of liver qi, internal accumulation of damp-heat, and spleen deficiency with dampness entrapment. Therefore, in treating liver cysts, TCM typically employs herbs that soothe the liver and regulate qi, clear heat and drain dampness, and strengthen the spleen to resolve dampness, such as Xiaoyao Pills, Longdan Xiegan Pills, and Chaihu Shugan Pills. Additionally, TCM may utilize acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and massage to regulate the flow of blood and qi, promote the absorption and dissipation of cysts, and thereby alleviate symptoms to a certain extent.
It is also important to maintain healthy lifestyle habits in daily life, avoiding excessive fatigue and emotional fluctuations to prevent adverse effects on the liver. Furthermore, attention should be given to dietary health, avoiding overly spicy, greasy, and irritating foods to prevent additional strain on the liver.
