Can Interferon Be Administered for Liver Cirrhosis?

Whether patients with liver cirrhosis can be injected with interferon depends on their specific conditions. If they are in the compensatory or decompensatory stage, it is not recommended; however, during the stage of active pathological changes, it can be administered according to doctor's instructions. Liver cirrhosis is an end-stage condition resulting from long-term progression of various chronic liver diseases, clinically manifested primarily by portal hypertension and hepatic dysfunction.

During the compensatory or decompensatory stage, patients' symptoms are relatively mild, and virus replication is relatively active, therefore, interferon injection is generally not recommended for treatment. For those with obvious clinical symptoms, such as ascites and splenomegaly, anti-fibrotic drugs and diuretics can be prescribed by doctors to alleviate these discomforts. For those with spontaneous bleeding tendencies, hemostatic agents and leukocyte-elevating drugs should be considered. Additionally, glucocorticoid combined with immunosuppressants can be selected for control. Regular liver and kidney function tests during medication are necessary to prevent adverse reactions.

While oral medications can provide relief for liver cirrhosis patients, their prognosis is generally poor. Therefore, once diagnosed with this disease, patients should actively cooperate with doctors to take corresponding measures to prevent further deterioration.