Patient's question:
I have an uncle who used to have hepatitis and it eventually became chronic hepatitis. Recently, I noticed that his face isn't looking well and he has no appetite. I'm worried that his hepatitis has gotten much worse. My family members also said that hepatitis is contagious, so they don't want us to visit our uncle often. Is chronic hepatitis contagious as well?Doctor's answer:
My husband's older brother used to have hepatitis, which eventually became chronic hepatitis. Recently, he hasn't looked well and has lost his appetite. I'm worried that his hepatitis has gotten much worse. The family members also said that hepatitis is contagious, so they don't want us to visit our uncle. Is chronic hepatitis contagious as well?The daily treatment for hepatitis patients mainly focuses on symptomatic relief. Patients can take many oral medications and supplement with various vitamins. It's also important to pay attention to their diet, eating light, soft, and easily digestible foods. We hope that hepatitis patients can recover as soon as possible! Thank you!