What should I do if my face appears dark due to liver cirrhosis?
Disease description:
My grandfather has cirrhosis, and recently his complexion has progressively darkened. What should be done if a patient with cirrhosis develops facial darkening?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Patients with cirrhosis who develop facial hyperpigmentation should promptly undergo relevant medical examinations at a hospital to determine the underlying cause and receive targeted treatment. For viral hepatitis, antiviral therapy is required. In cases of autoimmune liver disease, ursodeoxycholic acid should be administered orally under physician supervision, combined with corticosteroid therapy. Additionally, antifibrotic treatment should be initiated to slow the progression of cirrhosis.
