Symptoms
These may appear about 25–180 days after you are exposed to the virus. The most common symptoms are:
- Yellowing skin and eyes ( jaundice )
- Fatigue that lasts for weeks or even months
- Abdominal pain in the area of the liver (upper right side)
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Joint pain
- Low-grade fever
- Dark urine and light-colored stool
- Widespread itching
- Rash
Diagnosis
The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done. Hepatitis B is diagnosed with blood tests. These blood tests are also used to monitor its effects on the liver.
For chronic cases, a liver biopsy may be needed. A biopsy is the removal of a sample of liver tissue for testing.
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2012 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.
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