How to treat liver cancer at the age of 72?

How to treat liver cancer at 72 years old?

Liver cancer at the age of 72 can be treated with general treatment, targeted drugs, immunosuppressants, etc., as follows:

1. General treatment:

Elderly people may suffer from liver cancer due to decreased body resistance, long-term smoking, drinking, etc. Symptoms such as abdominal pain and jaundice may occur after the disease, as well as weight loss, fatigue, etc. In order to prevent the rapid development of the disease, we should pay attention to strengthening life management, we need to pay attention to maintaining a good mood and avoid excessive mental stress, but also pay attention to ensuring adequate sleep and not overwork.

2. Use targeted drugs:

Elderly patients whose physical condition may not be able to tolerate surgery can use targeted drugs to kill cancer cells in the body. Common drugs usually include afatinib maleate tablets, gefitinib tablets, erlotinib hydrochloride tablets, etc.

3. Use of immunosuppressants:

You can also use immunosuppressants under the guidance of a doctor to improve the body's resistance and stimulate the body's immune system to achieve the purpose of removing cancer cells. Common drugs usually include sirolimus oral solution, cyclosporine soft capsules, compound cyclophosphamide tablets, etc. During the medication process, care should be taken not to increase or decrease the dosage without authorization.

In addition to the more common treatments listed above, it can also be treated with chemotherapy, which helps to clear cancer cells from the body and prolong the patient's survival.