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Physical examination is a common means of health monitoring, and some health problems can be detected early through the examination of various indicators of the body. However, sometimes there are some surprises in the results of the physical examination, such as the discovery of a liver cyst. Some people may be confused as to why a doctor would tell them they don't need this cyst? This article will scientifically explain the causes of liver cysts from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, and why there is no need for special ** in general.
Part I: Causes of the formation of liver cysts.
Liver cyst is a common benign lesion of the liver, mainly caused by the dilation of the bile ducts or blood vessels in the liver. Specifically, liver cysts can form for several reasons:
1.Yin deficiency and fire: Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the liver is drained, and liver cysts are prone to occur when the liver fire is vigorous. Yin deficiency and fire will lead to hyperactivity of liver yang, inducing the expansion of blood vessels or bile ducts in the liver, forming cysts.
2.Dampness and heat in the spleen and stomach: In the case of dampness and heat in the spleen and stomach, it will lead to dampness and heat, which will destroy the normal function of the internal organs. When damp heat affects the liver, it can also lead to liver dysfunction and cysts.
3.Poor Mood: Traditional Chinese medicine theory believes that poor mood is also one of the causes of liver cyst formation. Long-term mood swings, worries, anger and other negative emotions can lead to liver dysregulation, which can lead to the formation of cysts in the liver.
Part II: Clinical manifestations of hepatic cysts.
In general, liver cysts do not produce obvious symptoms in the early stages and are often discovered incidentally during a physical examination. When liver cysts are large or numerous, the following symptoms may occur:
1.Physical examination reveals a liver mass: If the liver cyst is large, the liver mass can be found by palpation or ultrasonography during the physical examination.
2.Abdominal discomfort: When a liver cyst enlarges, it may cause some pressure on the surrounding organs, resulting in abdominal discomfort or slight pain.
3.Digestive problems: When some people develop liver cysts, they may experience problems such as indigestion, poor appetite, and bloating.
Part III: Traditional Chinese Medicine for Liver Cysts**.
Although liver cysts do not require special treatment in most cases**, for some patients with obvious symptoms or accompanying complications, TCM can take some auxiliary conditioning measures to alleviate symptoms or prevent the progression of the disease. The specific ** method is as follows:
1.Heat-clearing and detoxification method: In view of the situation that liver cysts are related to yin deficiency and fire, traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions such as gentian xinggan decoction can be used to clear heat and reduce fire and balance liver function.
2.Qi and blood activation: For the case that liver cyst is related to spleen and stomach dampness and heat, traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions that promote qi and blood can be used, such as Xiaoyaosan, to eliminate dampness and heat and regulate the function of the spleen and stomach.
3.Emotional Conditioning Method: For cases related to liver cysts and emotional disturbance, TCM emphasizes the regulation of emotional balance, such as psychological counseling, so that patients can maintain a good state of mind.
Conclusion: Liver cyst is a common benign lesion of the liver, and in most cases does not require special **. However, if the liver cyst has obvious symptoms or is at risk of complications, TCM can assist in regulating it by clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting qi and activating blood. When facing liver cysts, patients should maintain good lifestyle Xi and avoid overwork and mood swings to promote liver health.
Health References:
1.Liu Daozhou. Hepatology of Traditional Chinese Medicine[M].Health Press, 2018