How to Prevent Cirrhosis Stages
Scarring of the liver tissue, called cirrhosis, is most often associated with excessive alcohol consumption or infection by hepatitis C. Once damage has occurred it is usually considered to be irreversible – but here are some ways to slow the progression.
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Instructions
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Stop drinking alcohol. The liver is the only bodily organ capable of filtering alcohol and it sustains damage in the process.
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Take only medications that are absolutely necessary and only in consultation with your doctor. Aspirin and ibuprofen are ill-advised, while acetaminophen may be permissible in limited doses.
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Season your food with lemon and herbs rather than salt, which may worsen some of the swelling associated with cirrhosis.
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Eating a diet high in fruits, vegetables and whole grains may help offset nutritional deficiencies that sometimes accompany liver damage.
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Tips & Warnings
Research and anecdotal evidence has shown that milk thistle may actually help reverse liver damage caused by cirrhosis, including scarring.
Avoid exposure to people who are sick because your defenses are compromised when the liver is not functioning properly.
Raw shellfish may contain bacteria that is dangerous for people with compromised livers.
