I'm really concerned about my dad. He has a calcification in his liver that's about 6mm big. On top of that, he's been frequently getting cold and cough. He's already on medication for his heart condition and diabetes. What should we be doing about this? Is there anything specific we should watch out for or any additional treatment options we could consider?

Dr Anshul Maheshwari

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 5+ Yrs

Consult Now

Considering the calcification in the liver (6mm) and recurring cold and cough, consult a hepatologist or gastroenterologist for:

Diagnostic Tests

1. Liver Function Tests (LFTs)
2. Ultrasound or CT scan to assess calcification size and location
3. Blood tests: Complete Blood Count (CBC), Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN), Creatinine
4. Echocardiogram (for heart condition)
5. Pulmonary function tests (for respiratory issues)

Management

1. Monitor liver function and calcification size
2. Adjust diabetes and heart medications as needed
3. Treat respiratory infections with antibiotics (if bacterial)
4. Consider antiviral medications (if viral infection suspected)
5. Lifestyle modifications:

• Healthy diet
• Regular exercise
• Stress management
• Adequate sleep

Potential Concerns

1. Hepatitis B or C infection
2. Liver cancer risk
3. Metabolic syndrome
4. Pulmonary embolism risk (due to calcification)

Answered 04/07/2025