Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing discomfort in the liver area, so I went to the hospital for a check-up. The ultrasound revealed increased liver area light spots and a poorly reflective gallbladder wall, with other results being normal. I also had liver function tests, which were all normal. I've never had hepatitis before. What does this "increased liver area light spots" mean? I searched online and found that it's usually seen in people who have had liver diseases. Is my liver damaged? Could it lead to hardening if the damage continues? I don't know why it's damaged yet. Some people say it's due to medication, but I don't have any chronic diseases. I'd really appreciate it if someone knowledgeable in this field could answer my question. Thank you very much!Additionally, the BC test indicated that I have gallbladder inflammation, but after treatment, it hasn't improved. I still have a persistent, dull discomfort in the liver area, not pain, which is making me very worried!
Doctor's answer:
This could be a sign of liver fibrosis, meaning you may have had some liver disease in the past. For cholecystitis, you can buy and take Li Dan Xiao Fang Pian from a pharmacy. Hello. Have your liver function and liver ultrasound rechecked in a month. Currently, you need to get the hepatitis B surface antigen test. You can have a liver CT or MRI scan for a detailed examination of the liver. Treating liver diseases requires symptomatic treatment; otherwise, it may backfire. So, it's best to first identify the cause before starting treatment. Rest well, limit smoking and alcohol, and stay active. In addition to treating liver disease, it's recommended that patients pay attention to their diet in daily life and maintain a positive mood to enhance their physical condition and slow down the recovery process.