Prevention of liver ascites

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What are the three ways to prevent ascites? Ascites is usually transformed from liver cirrhosis. It is one of the most significant complications of liver cirrhosis. Its appearance represents that the liver function has entered the decompensated period, indicating that the liver function has been very poor. So, what are the three methods to prevent ascites? You can take a look at the following introduction.

Prevention of liver ascites

First, stay in bed and increase protein. During bed rest, the blood flow of liver and kidney increased, the secretion of aldosterone decreased, the glomerular filtration rate increased and the urine volume increased. Sufficient protein and other nutrients are needed for hepatocyte repair. It is very necessary to give a variety of high protein, high calorie, high vitamin and trace element diet, and it is also good for the prevention of liver ascites. Such as all kinds of fish, milk, eggs, lean meat and other animal protein and bean products plant protein, fresh fruits and vegetables.   

Second, control the intake of water and sodium. The water content of patients with hepatoascites should be controlled at about 1500 ml, and the amount of intravenous infusion should be controlled to maintain the balance between the outflow and human fluid. Control sodium intake, because water retention depends on sodium retention. In addition to the negative control of the daily intake of salt (sodium chloride), it should be controlled at no more than 2G per day at the beginning, and then adjusted according to the situation. About 10% patients after simple water, sodium limit, without drugs can make urine volume increase, ascites decreased.   

Third, supplement the body with necessary nutrition. It is positive for the recovery of the disease to give reasonable and rich nutrition and calories. If you need to supplement a single nutrition, it should vary according to the disease, such as protein and vitamins should be supplemented in case of hypoproteinemia; for those with severe renal function and liver failure, protein should be limited, mainly carbohydrate; for liver ascites, there should be enough calories The daily calorie should be more than 2000 kcal, mainly carbohydrate, protein 1-1.2 g / kg, and protein should be limited to about 0.5 g / kg. At the same time, we should add proper amount of fat.

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Rest and diet are particularly important for the prevention of ascites. To prepare for a rainy day is to protect one's body. Only by keeping away from diseases can one enjoy the beauty of life. So, remember the above three prevention methods! Give yourself and your family a rest assured.