To prevent cirrhosis, it is possible to act on certain preventable risk factors, namely:

• Limit alcohol consumption to 2 glasses per day for women (less than 30 g / d) and 3 glasses for men (less than 40 g / d); 

• Prevent viral hepatitis B through systematic vaccination and appropriate medical care in the event of accidental contamination;

• Use single-use equipment (especially syringes) and adopt protective measures against sexually transmitted infections (condoms) to prevent viral hepatitis B and C.

Once cirrhosis is declared, certain lifestyle and dietary measures can limit the occurrence of complications or at least slow the progression of the disease.⁷ :

• Stop drinking alcohol if it is still active

• Give major importance to oral and skin hygiene (to reduce the risk of infections),

• Adopt a balanced diet low in salt,

• In case of excess weight, weight loss is recommended, as well as a drop in blood sugar and blood lipid levels if necessary.

• The practice of regular and adapted physical activity is encouraged.