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What is the difference between jaundice and hepatitis?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I was diagnosed to be suffering from hepatitis. My SGPT and bilirubin levels are high. I have been experiencing vomiting and nausea for the past one month. I had tested myself for jaundice around 15 days back; only bilirubin was high that time. Now, in the recent test taken three days ago, both SGPT and bilirubin levels are high. I am on medicine for hepatitis and also, taking antidepressant. What is the difference between jaundice and hepatitis?

Answered by Dr. Babu Lal Meena

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

  • The term hepatitis indicates inflammation of the liver and that may manifest as jaundice.
  • It is due to many causes such as infection, metabolic, etc. We need to do a thorough investigation, because treatment is directed towards the specific disease and some medication may cause hepatitis.
  • You can provide the details of the investigation and medications you have taken.

Investigations to be done

Hepatitis B and C, serum ceruloplasmin, PT (prothrombin time), aPTT (activated partial thromboplastin time), INR (international normalized ratio) and ultrasound abdomen for fatty liver.

Regarding follow up

Revert back with the detailed history and investigation reports to a medical gastroenterologist online.---> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/medical-gastroenterologist

Answered byDr. Babu Lal Meena

Medically reviewed byDr. K. Shobana

Published At December 13, 2016
Reviewed AtNovember 24, 2025

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

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