We often hear the saying "Chinese people have liver problems, while foreigners have lung problems", meaning that the incidence of lung diseases is higher in Western countries, while the incidence of liver diseases is higher in China. So, who are the people at risk of developing liver cirrhosis?
【Can liver cirrhosis patients eat lamb】
1. Can liver cirrhosis patients eat lamb?
Liver cirrhosis patients should not eat too much lamb to avoid worsening their condition. This is because:
Eating too much lamb can increase the burden on the liver for hepatitis patients and lead to disease progression.
Lamb is warm in nature and can generate excessive heat in the body. It is recommended not to eat too much at once and to consume it with cabbage, vermicelli, etc. Drinking tea immediately after eating lamb can easily cause constipation.
Lamb is very hot in nature, while vinegar is warm and sour. When combined, they can generate excessive heat and blood movement. Therefore, vinegar should not be added to lamb soup. People with poor heart function and blood disorders should pay special attention to this.
When eating hot pot lamb, make sure it is thoroughly cooked. Lamb often contains bacteria and parasites, so it is important to choose lamb slices that have been inspected for quality and cook them until they are well done.
2. What should liver cirrhosis patients pay attention to in their diet?
Protein intake should be moderate. Although it is emphasized that patients need a high protein diet, those with hepatic encephalopathy should have a low protein diet.
Avoid fasting. Recommended foods for liver cirrhosis patients include fish, vegetables, bean sprouts, tofu, etc. Oranges and apples are good fruits, but it is important not to eat them on an empty stomach.
Avoid rough foods. The diet for liver cirrhosis should not contain overly rough foods to prevent the rupture and bleeding of esophageal varices.
3. What foods are good for liver cirrhosis patients?
Seafood is rich in lecithin, which is beneficial for the liver. Seafood also contains high-quality protein and nutrients that promote liver cell repair, as well as abundant minerals and trace elements. Therefore, it is recommended to consume more fish and seafood in daily life.
Soy products are rich in protein, which can protect the liver. Soy products also contain abundant calcium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, B2, and other nutrients that help promote liver cell repair and regeneration.
Spinach contains chlorophyll and various effective components, which can help maintain the body's acid-base balance. Spinach also has anti-cancer effects and plays a significant role in regulating liver and gallbladder function, promoting metabolism, and eliminating toxins from the liver and body.
Fungi vegetables are rich in protein and various vitamins and other nutrients, which can effectively enhance the body's immunity and resistance.
【What are the signs of liver cirrhosis worsening】
1. Patients may experience abnormal mental state, sudden excitement, incoherent speech, and impaired orientation and calculation abilities. This may indicate the onset of hepatic encephalopathy.
2. Jaundice reappears or the relatively stable low jaundice index suddenly increases.
3. Patients experience extreme fatigue, making it difficult for them to take care of themselves. They have a significant loss of appetite, eating less than 200g of staple food per day. They also experience severe abdominal distension, especially at night, causing restlessness, sleeplessness, and shortness of breath. If any of these "three high signs" appear and cannot be relieved through rest, diet, and self-care, immediate medical attention is necessary.
4. There is a significant tendency to bleed. Recent bleeding symptoms may include bleeding gums, nosebleeds, skin and mucosal bleeding spots, bruising at injection sites, black or bloody stools, and a coagulation prothrombin time of less than 40%.
5. Edema in the lower extremities, facial and abdominal bloating, and the appearance of ascites.
6. Recent uncontrolled low-grade fever accompanied by an increase in neutrophils.
7. Low levels of sodium, potassium, and blood sugar are detected, but general treatments cannot alleviate the symptoms.
8. Urine output gradually decreases to less than 500ml per day.
【Who are at risk of developing liver cirrhosis】
1. Those with unhealthy lifestyle habits
Long-term smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can easily lead to liver cell damage, which progresses from fatty degeneration to necrosis, fibrosis, diffused hyperplasia, and eventually to liver cirrhosis. Research data from China and international studies have shown that alcohol consumption is second only to hepatitis B virus infection in terms of its relevance to liver cancer.
2. Those who take long-term medication or are exposed to toxins
Long-term exposure to industrial toxins such as carbon tetrachloride and arsenic, or long-term use of drugs such as isoniazid, can easily cause drug-induced or toxic hepatitis, leading to liver cirrhosis.
3. Those with chronic liver diseases
Infection with hepatitis B virus or hepatitis C virus is the most common cause of liver cirrhosis. If acute viral hepatitis progresses to chronic hepatitis and is not treated in a timely manner, it can easily develop into liver cirrhosis. Any type of liver disease that persists and recurs can also eventually lead to liver cirrhosis.
4. Those with chronic bile stasis
Long-term bile stasis in the liver without proper excretion can cause liver cell inflammation and bile duct reactions. It can even lead to bile duct necrosis and the accumulation of a large amount of bile in the liver, resulting in bile duct cirrhosis. This type of cirrhosis is similar to cirrhosis caused by liver congestion, as both are caused by liver cell damage due to bile or blood accumulation in the liver.
