Chronic Hepatitis Quiz
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is chronic hepatitis?
Inflammation of the liver over long periods of time. This can lead to scarring and liver failure. It is often caused by viruses like the hepatitis B and C viruses. Other causes include chronic alcohol use, fatty liver disease, and autoimmune diseases (body's own immune system attacking itself).
Symptoms of chronic hepatitis
Swelling of any body part
Joint pain even when resting
Problems with liver function on the latest blood test
Loss of appetite
Skin or eyes turning yellow
Stomach feels bloated
Questions your doctor may ask to check for chronic hepatitis
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose chronic hepatitis
Do you have any swelling in any part of your body?
Do you have joint pain even when you are at rest?
Have you been diagnosed with liver abnormalities on the most recent blood test?
Do you have less or no appetite, therefore eat less food?
Have you noticed your eyes or skin are turning yellow?
Treatment for chronic hepatitis
Treatment depends on the cause of hepatitis. Some types are treated with antiviral medicines, while others require immune-suppressing medications. Follow-up and regular scans are advised to monitor for liver cancer or liver failure.
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Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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