What are the symptoms of hepatitis B? How is it treated?

  Hepatitis B is a common disease in our country. Symptoms can vary when the hepatitis B condition strikes. Some patients have no symptoms and abnormal liver function is found on physical examination. Some patients may experience discomfort. So what are the typical symptoms of hepatitis B? Does asymptomatic hepatitis B still require treatment?  Hepatitis B symptoms The incubation period is 6 weeks to 6 months, and the incubation period varies with the type and number of pathogens and the physical quality of the body.  1. Systemic manifestations: drowsiness, lethargy, drowsiness, mild fever, and lack of energy.  2.Gastrointestinal manifestations: anorexia, nausea and vomiting, abdominal discomfort, abdominal distension.  3, jaundice: in severe cases, the color of urine becomes yellow, eyes, yellow skin staining, and even itching of the skin. Symptoms will increase or worsen as the concentration of bilirubin in the blood increases.  4.Pain in the liver area: Some patients may experience discomfort or vague pain in the right upper abdomen.  5. Enlarged liver and spleen: 6. Extra-hepatic manifestations: Chronic hepatitis B may show dark and obscure complexion, spider nevus on the skin, erectile dysfunction in men, breast dysplasia in women, breast enlargement, menstrual disorders, etc. are all common extra-hepatic symptoms. The severity of symptoms varies.  Hepatitis B treatment Patients with hepatitis B virus infection without discomfort and normal liver function do not need treatment for the time being, but they should be monitored for the disease. If the above symptoms occur and liver function appears abnormal especially the bilirubin concentration increases, treatment should be given according to the doctor’s instruction. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to rest, a light and tasty diet, symptomatic and other medications for liver protection, and, depending on the condition, anti-hepatitis B virus treatment if necessary