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The article was professionally consulted by MSc Vu Van Quan - Department of General Surgery & Anesthesia - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.Liver cyst is a phenomenon that forms an empty space containing fluid in the liver, the disease is very rare and occurs more often in men than women (only about 5% of the population and mainly in patients over 40 years old). Cysts usually vary in size (several millimeters to 15cm), and may contain single or multiple cysts. If this disease is detected, the patient does not need to worry too much, go to the medical facility for guidance and timely treatment.
1. How to cure liver cysts?
First, you need to go to a medical facility to be tested to know the nature and extent of the disease. Depending on the nature, cause of the disease and the size of the cyst, there are different treatment methods.
Cases of benign liver cysts, less than 4cm in size, the liver is still functioning normally, there are no complications, it usually does not need to be treated - except in cases where the disease is caused by cancer from other organs metastases arrive).
In case the liver cyst is larger than 4cm, there are many liver cysts or cysts due to cancer (average size about 12cm) from other organs metastasize to other organs, sclerotherapy or surgery is required. Laparoscopic surgery is a common, simple and effective method widely applied in the treatment of liver cysts. In case the patient has symptoms of bleeding, severe pain, or repeated relapses, surgery may be required for a liver transplant.
In addition, now there is a method that can also be applied, which is the aspiration method. If you encounter a cyst (caused by a parasite called echinococcus granulosus which is a tapeworm parasitic in the body of animals such as buffaloes, cows, etc., entering the human liver through the digestive tract), it is necessary to take medicine to prevent cysts. remove parasites from the body.
2. Liver cysts need to diet what?
Người bị nang gan nên hạn chế lượng muối và chất lỏng trong bữa ăn
2.1 Sodium salts and fluids Liver cysts reduce the ability to synthesize proteins and albumin causing fluid accumulation in tissues. It also reduces the ability of blood vessels to hold water, causing fluid leakage in the capillaries. To minimize and prevent this, limit salt and fluid intake in meals. Food with more than 300mg of salt will adversely affect the liver. For example: Fast food, canned food, baked goods, cheese, junk food,... 2.2 Protein Weak kidney function, if you eat a lot of protein-containing foods, ammonia will be produced, affecting the brain. Some foods rich in protein such as: pork, beef, milk, cereals,... 2.3 Saturated fat Fat should not be completely eliminated from the diet. Should replace saturated fat with unsaturated fat such as: replace animal oil with vegetable oil, olive oil,...
2.4 Sugar Carbohydrates in foods containing sugar cause glucose content to increase . So it increases the risk of liver disease and makes liver damage worse. Should limit eating: cakes, bread, diet soda, cereals, syrups, ...
Besides, should use foods with natural carbohydrates such as strawberries, oranges or apples.
2.5 Alcoholic drinks Alcoholic beverages are also the main cause of some common liver diseases, such as cirrhosis, so limit the use of these drinks such as: beer, wine,...
Thức uống chứa cồn cũng là nguyên nhân chính của một số bệnh gan phổ biến
3. Is cystic liver disease contagious?
accustomed to living (frequently smoking, drinking a lot of beer, wine, eating a lot of fat,...). Because liver disease is caused by a virus, the transmission rate is relatively high. Liver cysts can be congenital or inherited. Vinmec International General Hospital is one of the hospitals that not only ensures professional quality with a team of leading doctors, modern equipment and technology, but also stands out for its examination and consulting services. and comprehensive, professional medical treatment; civilized, polite, safe and sterile medical examination and treatment space.
Master. Doctor. Vu Van Quan has more than 10 years of experience working in the field of General Gastroenterology, specializing in examining and treating surgical pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, bile, pancreas and diseases of the abdominal peritoneum and abdominal wall.
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