How to Cure Liver Cysts
Liver cysts, or hepatic cysts, are small fluid filled bubbles that form in the liver cavity. Most liver cysts are benign, and they cause no symptoms. However, cysts can enlarge, causing sufferers to experience pain in the right upper abdomen. Because these cysts present few signs, many cases are undiagnosed or found by accident. Fortunately, there are ways to cure liver cysts and alleviate any discomforting symptoms.
Instructions
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Have your doctor regularly monitor the cysts. If liver cysts don't cause symptoms, such as pain, your doctor may discourage treatment. However, your doctor will likely monitor the cysts to ensure that they don't increase in size.
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Ask a doctor to drain the cysts. If the liver cysts don't drain on their own, a doctor can make a small incision and perform a drainage procedure.
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Consider surgical removal. Because liver cysts can enlarge and cause pain, physicians may choose to remove the cysts. Talk with your doctor and discuss your surgical options.
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Treat the underlying medical condition. Oftentimes, liver cysts are a symptom of another medical condition, such as Caroli's disease, polycystic kidney disease or echinococcosis. Doctors will conduct a series of test, such as a biopsy or X-ray, to diagnose the underlying condition. Afterward, they may opt to remove the cysts.
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Take antibiotics. Liver cysts can become infected. If an infection occurs, take antibiotics.
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Tips & Warnings
There is no way to prevent liver cysts. Aside from pain, symptoms of enlarged cysts may include abdominal swelling and bile duct obstruction.
