How is liver disease treated?
Disease description:
My father's liver has never been in good condition, and recently he has often felt liver pain. We are planning to go to the hospital for a detailed examination. How are liver diseases treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The treatment of liver disease involves multiple aspects, requiring identification of the underlying cause followed by targeted therapeutic measures. General treatment approaches include rest, avoiding physical strain, as well as etiological treatments such as liver protection, antiviral therapy, and anti-parasitic treatment. For viral hepatitis, antiviral medications such as entecavir and lamivudine are commonly used; for alcoholic liver disease, abstinence from alcohol and administration of liver-protective drugs are necessary; for fatty liver disease, weight control, increased physical activity, and reduced fat intake are recommended. Additionally, liver-protective and enzyme-lowering medications, such as glutathione and Salvia compound capsules, can help improve liver function. In severe cases, surgical interventions such as hepatectomy may be required. Liver disease treatment should comprehensively consider the cause, disease status, and individual differences among patients to formulate individualized treatment plans.
