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?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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5+ Yrs

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

Diagnostic Tests

Liver Function Tests (LFTs)

Ultrasound or CT scan to assess calcification size and location

Blood tests: Complete Blood Count (CBC), Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN), Creatinine

Echocardiogram (for heart condition)

Pulmonary function tests (for respiratory issues)

Management

Monitor liver function and calcification size

Adjust diabetes and heart medications as needed

Treat respiratory infections with antibiotics (if bacterial)

Consider antiviral medications (if viral infection suspected)

Lifestyle modifications:

Healthy diet

Regular exercise

Stress management

Adequate sleep

Potential Concerns

Hepatitis B or C infection

Liver cancer risk

Metabolic syndrome

Pulmonary embolism risk (due to calcification)

Dr. Anshul Suggests...

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Answered 04/07/2025

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