Patient's question:
About a month has passed, and my lower right abdomen has been constantly experiencing dull pain. I went to the village health clinic for treatment. One doctor said I had cholecystitis and prescribed some medication for me to take home. However, after taking it, the pain remained the same. I went back to the village health clinic again, but another doctor said I had hepatitis. What are the differences between cholecystitis and hepatitis?Doctor's answer:
When cholecystitis is severe, liver transaminase and bilirubin levels can decrease, indicating some liver damage. Hepatitis generally refers to viral hepatitis, although drug-induced liver damage and alcoholic liver damage are also common. It is best to test liver function and viral markers to rule out the possibility of viral hepatitis. Cholecystitis usually causes pain in the upper right abdomen, especially after eating greasy foods, and sometimes at night. Hepatitis, on the other hand, is more commonly associated with digestive symptoms, such as loss of appetite and jaundice. There are many different types of hepatitis. If you are not sure, you can go to the hospital for a liver function test. In addition to timely treatment for hepatitis, patients should always maintain a positive attitude in dealing with the disease.