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Can patients with liver cysts eat Cornus officinalis (Shanzhuyu)?

Mar 22, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
In general, whether patients with hepatic cysts can consume Cornus officinalis (Shanzhuyu) mainly depends on the specific medical condition of the patient. If the cyst is small, patients can usually take Cornus officinalis under a doctor's guidance. However, if the hepatic cyst is accompanied by other severe liver diseases, it is not recommended. Patients should also maintain a balanced diet, avoid excessive fatigue, and maintain healthy lifestyle habits to help preserve overall health.

Generally, whether patients with hepatic cysts can consume Cornus officinalis (Shanzhuyu) mainly depends on their specific medical conditions. If the cyst is small, patients can usually take Cornus officinalis under a doctor's guidance. However, if the hepatic cyst is accompanied by other severe liver diseases, it is not recommended. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Cornus officinalis is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb that functions to nourish the liver and kidneys and can be used to treat symptoms related to insufficiency of the liver and kidneys. According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, hepatic cysts may be associated with dysfunction of the liver and kidneys. Therefore, if the cyst is small, does not cause obvious symptoms, and the patient's physical condition is relatively good without other serious diseases, moderate consumption of Cornus officinalis may be beneficial to health.

However, if the patient's condition is severe or complicated, especially if there are other serious complications such as liver failure or kidney failure, taking Cornus officinalis might increase the burden on the liver and be detrimental to recovery. Additionally, some patients may have allergic reactions or intolerance to Cornus officinalis. Therefore, it is advisable to perform an allergy test before consumption.

In daily life, patients should also maintain a balanced diet, avoid excessive fatigue, and cultivate healthy lifestyle habits to help maintain overall health.

References

[1] Yu Hongwei. Cornus officinalis – Both Food and Medicine [J]. Henan Agriculture, 2024, (15): 2.

[2] Wang Jiajun, Wang Zeping, Wang Xuelian, et al. Research Progress on Chemical Constituents and Pharmacological Effects of Cornus officinalis [J]. Chinese Traditional and Herbal Drugs, 2025, 56(03): 1088-1103.

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