What is the difference between jaundice and hepatitis?

Question

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?

Answer 1

Hi,

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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.

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