Patient's question:
I often hear people talk about China being a major hepatitis country. Oh, although my desk neighbor is an HBV carrier, I'm still quite unfamiliar with hepatitis, so I want to know what the symptoms of hepatitis are?Doctor's answer:
Hepatitis is a liver inflammation caused by viruses, drugs, alcohol, abnormal metabolism, or autoimmune conditions, with viral hepatitis being the most common cause. The main clinical manifestations include anorexia, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, upper abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain, jaundice, fever, and joint pain. Untreated hepatitis can progress to cirrhosis or liver cancer. Most patients experience fever, while a small number of children may have high fever. Respiratory symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, and sore throat may also occur. Gastrointestinal symptoms include loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting, which are often more common in infants and are related to increased bile acid levels and weakened absorption functions. Hepatitis causes significant harm to patients. Once symptoms are detected, it is important to seek medical attention promptly and pay close attention to self-care, such as eating more fruits and vegetables and avoiding foods.