Question

A child who is about to turn six years old is experiencing developmental delays, persistent enlargement of the liver and spleen. The child’s height is nearly one meter, but they weigh only 32 pounds, are underweight, do not like to eat fruits, and dislike walking. They feel tired after walking less than 500 meters. Please seek assistance from professional medical personnel.

Answer

The causes of enlarged liver and spleen are diverse, including blood disorders, infectious diseases, and liver and bile diseases. Recommendations include:

  1. Adequate rest, avoiding overexertion, and engaging in light exercise.
  2. Diet should focus on high-calorie and high-protein foods, with an emphasis on fresh vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins. Avoid eating hard or rough foods, refrain from drinking alcohol, and avoid using medications that harm the liver.
  3. Under the guidance of a specialist doctor, use hepatoprotective Chinese and Western medications to stabilize liver function. Use antifibrotic drugs such as antifibrosis capsules, compound turtle shell soft liver tablets, γ-interferon, etc., which have antifibrotic effects.