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[|Human|] I had a lobectomy 4yrs ago. They removed the right love of my liver and a 4.3 x 5.0 tumor. Needless to say recovery has been long and difficult with a lot of pain. Naturally I have a left lobe which is fully involved with cirrhosis. So far my left lobe has not shown signs of failure. I would like to nurture any function and regrowth possible. I have taken methadone 120 mg in 3 divided doses per day. Is this the optimal pain reliever or would something else be as effective but gentler on my lobe?
[|AI|]  Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your query. I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can. This is serious disease if cirrhosis is present and quitting alcohol is the most important thing that should be done. Also, medications which are hematologic should be avoided. This is necessary to prevent disease progression which is lethal in most cases. At early stages it can be treated with these measures but in case of progression. Diet should be balanced and healthy and get regular exercise. Limit high-carb foods such as bread, grits, rice, potatoes, and corn. And cut down on Chat Doctor.