How to treat poor liver function and excessive liver fire?
Disease description:
During this period, my appetite has significantly decreased. I found out it was caused by poor liver function and excessive liver heat. How can poor liver function and excessive liver heat be treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
The treatment for poor liver function and excessive liver heat (liver fire) requires comprehensive consideration of multiple factors, including lifestyle, diet, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) therapies, and pharmacological treatment. Adjusting lifestyle habits is essential, including ensuring adequate sleep, avoiding late nights, and maintaining emotional stability. Dietary regulation is also important; patients should consume more vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins and dietary fiber, such as bitter melon, celery, and strawberries, while avoiding spicy, greasy, or irritating foods. TCM therapies such as acupuncture and massage can also help reduce liver fire. For example, massaging specific acupoints like Dadun (LR1) and Taichong (LR3) can help nourish qi and blood, calm the mind, and regulate liver and kidney function. Pharmacological treatment is another effective approach; under the guidance of a qualified physician, patients may take herbal medicines such as Long Dan Xie Gan Wan (Dragon胆Liver-Draining Pill) or Dan Zhi Xiao Yao Wan (Dan栀Free-and-Easy Wanderer Pill) to clear liver fire and eliminate damp-heat from the liver and gallbladder. Patients with concerns are advised to seek timely medical consultation.
