Patient's question:
I am a patient with chronic hepatitis B, and I have been on antiviral treatment for a year. The virus is very stable, but there is some fibrosis in my liver. I would like to ask if it is necessary to see a specialist in the future or if it is better to focus on a specialized outpatient clinic. It is said that chronic diseases are best treated by doctors with more experience, who can provide better treatment advice and methods than general practitioners. Is that true?Doctor's answer:
You are a hepatitis B patient and it is recommended that you seek medical treatment at the gastroenterology department or liver disease specialty department of a hospital. Viral hepatitis is a major cause of liver cirrhosis. It is advised that you pay attention to rest, avoid overexertion, do not drink alcohol, and eat fewer greasy foods. Do not take medications that are harmful to liver function. For patients, if the liver disease condition is severe, immediate symptomatic treatment and appropriate medication should be administered, otherwise it may lead to a recurrence of liver disease. In addition, patients also need to pay attention to their diet and psychological care.