Patient's question:
My relative was diagnosed with ascites and is currently hospitalized for systematic treatment. I came back from a distant place to visit him. Will this disease be contagious? What should I pay attention to during this period? Is ascites a contagious disease? What precautions should I take when in contact with the patient?Doctor's answer:
Hepatic ascites itself is caused by hepatitis or liver cirrhosis. It has a communicable disease related to hepatitis, but it is not transmitted through direct contact. It is transmitted through additional routes. The main precautions are not to use the same utensils when eating with the patient. Additionally, be careful not to prick yourself with the needle used for the patient. If you have such relatives at home, you should have your liver function checked at the hospital. If everything is fine, get the hepatitis B vaccine promptly. Thank you!