Patient's question:
I recently felt discomfort in my liver, sometimes accompanied by pain. After going to the hospital for tests, I found out that I have hepatitis. How is hepatitis formed?Doctor's answer:
The main reason for the prevalence of hepatitis is the public's poor dietary habits. The primary cause of hepatitis is a deficiency of vital Qi. Due to irregular eating habits and moral transgressions, the spleen and stomach are damaged, impairing their ability to transform dampness. Internal damp-heat arises, obstructing the spleen and injuring the liver, leading to disharmony among the liver, gallbladder, and spleen. This further accelerates the damage to vital Qi, resulting in the recurrence of hepatitis. Additionally, due to a deficiency of vital Qi, individuals are highly susceptible to infectious pathogens. The causes of hepatitis can vary, with the most common being viral-induced. Other causes include autoimmune conditions. Drug abuse can also lead to hepatitis. Alcohol has a significant toxic effect on the liver, and the extent of liver damage is directly proportional to the alcohol content.