Sharp pain in my side—could it be hepatitis?
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Megan Peterson87 said:I’m wondering if I might have contracted hepatitis? And how would that even happen?
To be clear, I have never used drugs, I don't drink alcohol, I don't take any medications, I avoid greasy foods, and I am certainly not promiscuous...
What else could cause liver pain? What are the actual symptoms of hepatitis?🙂
Regarding Hepatitis C, it is my understanding that there aren't many symptoms. A great number of people remain completely unaware they carry it until it's discovered by pure chance. That was certainly my experience. I was undergoing frequent blood work for various routine matters, and my liver enzymes—specifically AST, ALT, and GGT—were consistently elevated, though it is possible for them to appear normal even when hepatitis is present.
Your best course of action would be to visit a local blood donation center or a hospital clinic to inquire about testing. Personally, I have no idea how I contracted mine, which seems to be the case for many of us living with it.
Occasionally, I do feel a sharp sensation just under my right ribs, which is true.
I truly hope this turns out to be nothing more than a FALSE ALARM!!!👋