Chronic Hepatitis Quiz
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Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
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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Liver failure
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Bloating
Yellow eyes
Edema
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- White of the eyes are yellow
- Icterus
- Swollen feet
- Swelling face
- Left leg swelling
- Puffy eyes
- Swelling in the arm
- Face is swollen
- Swollen tongue
- Fluid retention in the hands that leaves a dent when pressed
- Swelling in the legs
- Swelling in the hands
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Try Free Symptom QuizWhat is Chronic Hepatitis?
Inflammation of the liver and/or liver enzyme abnormalities that lasts for more than six months. Consequences of chronic hepatitis may include scarring or cirrhosis and its complications, liver failure, liver cancer, or bleeding disorders. It is often caused by viruses like hepatitis B and C. Other causes include chronic alcohol use, fatty liver disease, and autoimmune diseases (body's immune system attacking itself).
Typical Symptoms of Chronic Hepatitis
- Taking medication for high cholesterol
- History of liver problems
- Joint pain even when resting
- Skin or eyes turning yellow
- Swelling of any body part
- Joint pain
- Problems with liver function on the latest blood test
- Stomach feels bloated
Diagnostic Questions for Chronic Hepatitis
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Are you taking cholesterol-lowering medications?
- Have you ever been diagnosed with liver problems?
- Do you have joint pain at rest?
- Are your eyes or skin turning yellow?
- Do you have any swelling in your body?
Treatment of Chronic Hepatitis
Treatment depends on the cause of hepatitis. Some causes are treated with antiviral medicines, while others require immune-suppressing medications. Regular medical follow-up is advised to monitor.
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References
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Reviewed By:
Samantha Nazareth, MD (Gastroenterology)
Board-certified gastroenterologist. Experience managing gastrointestinal conditions (GERD, IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s, celiac disease, NASH) within healthcare organizations (three ambulatory surgical centers, single-specialty practice, multi-specialty practice and solo practice).
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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