Discussion and suggestions on traditional Chinese medicine treatment of advanced liver cancer

As a highly malignant tumor, liver cancer becomes more difficult to treat in its advanced stages. Although modern medicine provides a variety of treatments, traditional Chinese medicine still occupies a place in the comprehensive treatment of advanced liver cancer due to its unique efficacy and minor side effects. The following discusses the principles, prescription recommendations and precautions for traditional Chinese medicine treatment of advanced liver cancer.

1. Principles and advantages of traditional Chinese medicine treatment of advanced liver cancer

The treatment of advanced liver cancer with traditional Chinese medicine is mainly based on the holistic concept and the principle of syndrome differentiation and treatment. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the occurrence of liver cancer is related to internal deficiency of healthy qi, dysfunction of internal organs, qi stagnation and blood stasis, accumulation of dampness, heat, poison and evil, etc. Therefore, traditional Chinese medicine treatment aims to strengthen the body and eliminate evil, adjust the balance of yin and yang in the body, and enhance the body’s immunity, thereby inhibiting tumor growth, relieving symptoms, and improving the patient’s quality of life.

The advantages of traditional Chinese medicine in treating late-stage liver cancer are:

1. It has small side effects, can reduce the toxic side effects of radiotherapy and chemotherapy, and improve patients’ tolerance.

2. Improve symptoms, such as pain, fatigue, anorexia, etc., and improve patients’ quality of life.

3. Enhance the body’s immunity, inhibit tumor growth, and extend survival.

2. Recommended Chinese medicine prescriptions for late-stage liver cancer

In the traditional Chinese medicine treatment of advanced liver cancer, syndrome differentiation and treatment are often based on the patient’s specific condition and physical condition. Here are several commonly used Chinese medicine prescriptions recommended:

1. Strengthening and strengthening prescriptions: such as Sijunzi Decoction, Bazhen Decoction, etc., are suitable for patients with qi deficiency and blood stasis. They can nourish qi and blood and improve the body’s immunity.

2. Prescriptions for soothing the liver and regulating qi: such as Bupleurum Soothing Gan Powder, Xiaoyao Powder, etc., which are suitable for patients with qi stagnation and blood stasis. They can soothe the liver and regulate qi, activate blood circulation and remove blood stasis.

3. Heat-clearing and detoxifying prescriptions: such as Coptidis Coptidis Jiedu Decoction, Wuwei Disinfectant Drink, etc., are suitable for patients with damp-heat and toxic evil accumulation. They can clear away heat and detoxify, diuretic dampness and reduce yellowing.

It should be noted that the above prescriptions are for reference only, and the specific medication must be based on the patient’s specific condition and physical condition and under the guidance of a professional Chinese physician.

3. Precautions and auxiliary measures for the treatment of advanced liver cancer with traditional Chinese medicine

1. Maintain a good attitude: Patients with advanced liver cancer often face greater psychological pressure, and maintaining a good attitude is crucial for treatment. Family members and medical staff should give patients enough care and support to help them build confidence in overcoming the disease.

2. Reasonable diet: Patients with advanced liver cancer should follow the dietary principles of high protein, low fat, and high vitamins, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, and avoid greasy, spicy, and irritating foods. At the same time, the diet structure and food intake are adjusted according to the patient’s digestive ability.

3. Regular review: During the treatment with traditional Chinese medicine, patients should regularly undergo liver function, alpha-fetoprotein, B-ultrasound and other related examinations in order to understand the changes in the condition in a timely manner and adjust the treatment plan.

4. Auxiliary measures: While treating with traditional Chinese medicine, patients can choose auxiliary traditional Chinese medicine therapies such as acupuncture, massage, and qigong according to their own conditions to relieve symptoms and improve efficacy.

In short, TCM treatment for advanced liver cancer requires comprehensive consideration of the patient’s specific condition and physical condition, and syndrome differentiation and treatment under the guidance of professional TCM physicians. Through reasonable traditional Chinese medicine treatment and auxiliary measures, it is expected to help patients reduce pain, prolong survival, and improve quality of life.