Does hepatitis cause pain?
Feb 27, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Jiang Weimin
Introduction
Patients with hepatitis may experience pain in the liver area. Typically, hepatitis does not cause pain because the liver has a strong compensatory capacity. Liver cells themselves do not have pain-sensitive nerves, but the liver capsule does contain pain-sensitive nerves. Therefore, individuals who have liver disease or suspect they might have liver disease should always avoid developing symptoms of liver pain. If any discomfort in the liver area occurs, prompt medical attention is essential.
Patients with hepatitis may experience pain in the liver area.
Typically, hepatitis does not cause pain because the liver has a strong compensatory capacity. Liver cells themselves do not have pain-sensitive nerves, but the liver capsule (the membrane covering the liver) does contain pain receptors. Therefore, individuals who have or suspect they have liver disease should avoid experiencing liver pain. If any discomfort in the liver area occurs, prompt medical attention is essential.
Hepatitis is a disease characterized by acute or chronic liver damage, mainly classified into types such as hepatitis A, B, and C—all of which are infectious. Some patients may progress to chronic hepatitis, potentially leading to advanced liver disease. When liver function is impaired in hepatitis patients, common manifestations include gastrointestinal symptoms such as poor appetite, fatigue, abdominal bloating, aversion to oily foods, nausea, and sometimes mild fever. It is important to seek timely medical care and receive standardized treatment under a physician’s guidance.
In daily life, a light diet is recommended. Avoid high-fat foods such as eggs, milk, and lean meat, and consume more fresh vegetables and fruits.
