Helium is a "silent organ" and is relatively slow to feel pain. The liver has a strong compensatory ability. Just about 30% of the liver is enough to maintain the normal operation of the human body. Therefore, even if the liver develops tumors, there are often no obvious symptoms. Many liver cancers and are found in the advanced stage. These people often have basic liver diseases, such as hepatitis B, , hepatitis C, , etc., but there are always some people in these high-risk groups who are troublesome and unwilling to have regular check-ups, lack the awareness of early screening, and even stay up late to drink, giving liver cancer an opportunity to take advantage of. By the time typical liver cancer symptoms such as liver area pain, jaundice , ascites, etc. occur, they have already developed to the late stage.
hepatic lesions trilogy
hepatitis Fatigue, easy to get tired; poor appetite, abdominal distension, poor digestive function, and greasy diet; dark face, skin and whites of the eyes may appear yellow; liver and spleen enlargement . If a similar mass is felt in the upper left abdomen, it may be a swollen spleen; some patients can see multiple red moles that are congested like spiders can be seen on the neck, chest, face and arms of some patients, called " spider nevus ", which vary in size, can fade after light pressure, and can be filled again after the pressure is relieved.
cirrhosis Pain in the liver area, the typical symptom of liver disease patients is pain or discomfort in the liver area; weight loss, in the early stage of cirrhosis, weight loss will occur; the face becomes black, and in the early stage of cirrhosis, the face becomes darker and darker, which is mainly due to abnormal liver function, leading to melanin production.
Hepatocellular carcinoma Edema, edema is more common in the skin and liver. Fever, fever caused by liver cancer is generally around 37.5℃-38℃, and occasionally it can reach above 39℃, which is irregular thermal type. Gastrointestinal symptoms are often manifested as decreased gastroenterology, fullness in the upper abdomen after meals, and even nausea, vomiting or diarrhea.
avoids going to the trilogy of liver disease. At least the following must be done:
get the hepatitis B vaccine, which is the best way to prevent hepatitis B virus infection; stay away from contaminated instruments, pay attention to dietary hygiene, and avoid hepatitis infection; pay attention to a reasonable diet, eat moderately, eat foods rich in high protein, dietary fiber, and vitamins, avoid spicy, greasy, high cholesterol, and other foods; quit smoking and drinking, reduce the burden on the liver, and avoid causing liver cell damage; do not take medicine at will, and do not stop taking medicine at will. Many drugs have an impact on liver metabolism and are prone to drug-induced liver damage . Patients who already suffer from liver disease must not stop the medication themselves. Progressive antiviral treatment is the best measure to block the chronic hepatitis B-cirrhosis-liver cancer trilogy. Therefore, you must take the medication regularly according to the doctor's instructions; ensure adequate sleep and allow the liver to have sufficient rest; check regularly to keep abreast of the liver's lesions.
Traditional medicine experts teach you how to nourish the liver in this way
regulate the work and rest " Huangdi Neijing " says: When a person lies, blood will return to the liver. Research has found that 23:00 at night to 3:00 am the next day is the peak period of liver metabolism. The blood volume of the liver increases by about 40% compared to usual. At this time, it is very important for its own repair and systemic metabolism. You must have regular schedules and don’t stay up late.
Adjust diet Eat more green vegetables. "Cyan enters the liver meridian", eating more green vegetables can protect the liver. Such as spinach, leek, etc. are beneficial to the liver. Wolfberry, rose , and tangerine peel soaked in water instead of tea to nourish the liver and kidneys, improve eyesight, relieve liver and regulate qi, and if you are impatient, you can also add Hangzhou Baiju . Traditional Chinese medicine believes that liver and kidneys are of the same origin and essence and blood are produced together. Black enters the kidneys, so black foods are also recommended, such as black beans and , black sesame, purple rice, kelp, mushrooms, black buckwheat, etc. Patients with chronic liver disease also need to control the intake of protein and fat to avoid increasing the burden on the liver. Also, remember to overdose alcohol.
Multi-exercise Exercise is a good way to promote harmony of qi and blood, relieve liver and reduce fire, and raise and fall together. Do more outdoor activities, go outings, and escort green plants in nature, exhale the old and absorb the new, strengthen the body, and achieve the purpose of enjoying emotions and nourishing the liver.
Source: China Traditional Chinese Medicine News
Author: Weng Weidong, Zhejiang Provincial Tongde Hospital,
