What department to see for liver fluke

Hepatic schistosomiasis is the common name for Chinese testicular schistosomiasis, which is caused by parasitic worms of the Chinese testicular schistosome parasitized in the human liver and bile ducts. Chinese testicular schistosomiasis can be seen in gastroenterology and infectious diseases. The symptoms may include loss of appetite, diarrhea, epigastric discomfort, hepatomegaly and eosinophilia. The main danger is that it can lead to liver damage, mainly due to metabolic products of the parasitic process in the bile ducts and mechanical irritation of the worms. Chinese testicular schistosomiasis usually leads to gastrointestinal lesions, so it is recommended to visit a gastroenterologist and an infectious disease department. Praziquantel is the treatment of choice. The side effects of treating this disease are small and mild, with occasional headaches, dizziness, nausea and fatigue. The main prevention of this disease is to change bad eating habits and not to eat raw fish and shrimp. After raw fish is cut with a kitchen knife, it must be washed and then cooked. The above medicines are for reference only, and the exact dosage should follow the doctor’s instructions. When the above discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek prompt medical attention, follow the doctor’s instructions for further examination, clarify the cause with the doctor’s help, and carry out targeted treatment or therapy.