Cirrhosis is defined as diffuse fibrosis of the liver parenchyma, formation of pseudolobules and regenerative nodules, and progressive deformation and hardening of the liver. There is no definitive drug that can reverse this pathologic change, and liver transplantation therapy is the only known cure for cirrhosis. Symptoms of compensated stage of cirrhosis are not obvious, which can be manifested as mild loss of appetite, jaundice, spider nevus, etc.; loss of compensation of cirrhosis can be accompanied by symptoms such as fatigue, emaciation, loss of appetite, jaundice, liver palms, lower limb edema and ascites. It can also be accompanied by complications such as hepatic encephalopathy, esophagogastric fundus varices, pulmonary encephalopathy, spontaneous peritonitis and so on. Cirrhosis has an impact on survival and quality of life, especially in the decompensated stage of cirrhosis. Complications such as hemorrhagic shock, hepatic encephalopathy, and hepatocellular carcinoma are more serious. It is recommended to consult a doctor in time and cooperate with him for examination and treatment in order to control the development of the disease.