Cirrhosis, enlarged spleen with dizziness, should it be treated?

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Question
Hello doctor,
I checked with HBsAg + and HBeAg -, tested HBV-DNA detection threshold 125 copies/mL, result 3.96 x 10^2 copies/mL and checked for fibrosis Liver, spleen enlargement, dizziness, liver enzymes are normal. So the doctor asked me if I have cirrhosis of the liver, enlarged spleen with dizziness, should I be treated? If treated, what medicine do you use? Thank you.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Doctor Nong The Doan - Inpatient Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Therapy, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Does liver cirrhosis, splenomegaly with dizziness have to be treated? ”, the doctor would like to answer as follows:
You should see a gastroenterologist for further tests such as determining the hepatitis B Genotype and determining the treatment plan and advice from a specialist, assess the degree of cirrhosis to guide treatment. You should see a doctor as soon as possible because early detection and treatment is better than late treatment.
Regarding stem cell transplant treatment, it is necessary to have tests to confirm cirrhosis, good control of the virus with antiviral drugs, with viral quantification below the detection threshold and need to visit and consult directly with a doctor specialists for specific advice.
If you still have questions about cirrhosis, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!

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