What are the treatment methods for liver disease?
Disease description:
My father's liver has never been in good condition. He had some liver problems before, but has never received systematic treatment. I would like to ask, what are the treatment options for liver diseases?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The treatment methods for liver disease are diverse and mainly include:
1. General treatment: Maintain a regular作息 (作息 should be translated as "routine/lifestyle"), avoid excessive fatigue, bed rest is required during the acute phase, and appropriate exercise is recommended during the recovery phase.
2. Medication therapy: Depending on the type of liver disease, antiviral drugs (such as entecavir, lamivudine), hepatoprotective drugs (such as glutathione), and glucocorticoids (such as prednisone) may be selected for treatment.
3. Surgical treatment: For severe conditions such as liver tumors and liver failure, surgical methods such as resection or liver transplantation can be employed.
4. Etiological treatment: For example, antiviral therapy for viral hepatitis, alcohol cessation for alcoholic liver disease.
When treating liver disease, an individualized treatment plan should be formulated based on the patient's specific condition and underlying causes.
