Acute hepatitis is observed in one of 4000 people every year in developed countries, while the incidence of acute hepatitis is 5 times higher in developing countries and unfortunately it is a frequently observed disease in our country.
What are the Causes of Acute Hepatitis?
Common causes of acute hepatitis include:
- Virus infection (viral hepatitis A, B, C, D or E)
- Drug overdose,
- Exposure to chemicals (dry cleaning chemicals and some wild mushrooms)
What are the Symptoms of Acute Hepatitis?
Acute hepatitis can usually start with flu-like symptoms. However, the most frequently observed symptoms can be listed as follows:
- Jaundice,
- Nausea,
- Vomiting,
- Loss of appetite,
- Fever,
- Tenderness in the upper right abdomen,
- Muscle and joint pain,
- Itchy red rash on the skin, symptoms of acute hepatitis, symptoms of other diseases or medical conditions may look like problems. Therefore, it is important to consult a doctor immediately for early diagnosis and treatment.
How to Diagnose Acute Hepatitis
The diagnosis of acute hepatitis is based on the patient's medical history and examination. together; It can be easily diagnosed with specific laboratory tests for virus detection and liver function tests.
Treatment of Acute Hepatitis
As in many diseases, there are different factors in determining the treatment of acute hepatitis. The most appropriate treatment option is offered to you by your doctor, taking into account the cause of the disease, its severity, the general condition of the patient, the presence of previous liver disease.
In most cases of acute hepatitis, many people recover without treatment. In the presence of severe acute hepatitis, the person may need to stay in the hospital. People who have had acute viral hepatitis can become chronic carriers of the disease in case of hepatitis B or C infection.
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