Patient's question:
I've been pregnant for almost three months. I went for a prenatal check-up and was found to have viral hepatitis. I didn't even know I had this disease before. I'm very worried now because I'm pregnant, and I don't know if it will harm my baby. I haven't felt anything unusual either.Doctor's answer:
Viral hepatitis not only complicates the condition but remains one of the main factors or causes of maternal mortality in China, particularly in severe hepatitis cases. It also has a certain impact on the fetus, leading to an increased incidence and mortality rate of perinatal infants. The rates of miscarriage, preterm birth, stillbirth, and fetal malformation also rise. For mild hepatitis during pregnancy: similar to non-pregnancy, rest, enhanced nutrition, a diet high in fiber, protein, sufficient carbohydrates, and low fat should be maintained. Both Chinese and Western medications can be used, and active liver-protecting treatment should be carried out. Avoid medications that may harm the liver, pay attention to infection prevention to prevent infections from worsening liver damage, and patients with jaundice should be hospitalized immediately.