Question
How should a 46-year-old patient handle the discovery of a liver hemangioma? Is surgery necessary?
Answer
Liver hemangiomas are usually benign. The treatment approach requires a comprehensive judgment based on size. If the liver hemangioma is relatively small and does not exceed 5 centimeters, it usually does not require treatment. It is recommended to undergo a liver ultrasound examination every six months and pay attention to any changes in specific size. In daily life, try to minimize alcohol consumption, avoid emotional fluctuations, and avoid staying up late. If the examination shows that it exceeds 5 centimeters, personal advice is to consider minimally invasive surgery.