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Understanding HBsAg: Military Eligibility and Work Restrictions

HBsAg (Hepatitis Hello: I have been HBsAg positive for nearly 10 years, HBeAg negative, and ALT normal. 1. Can I enlist in the military? 2. What types of jobs are not allowed? 3. How can I make HBsAg turn negative?

Dr. Cai Junyan Reply:
Hello Mr. Lee: As a carrier of Hepatitis B (HBsAg+), if you are HBeAg negative and have had normal liver function tests for over six months, you are classified as a healthy carrier and can generally perform all types of work. However, you should not donate blood to prevent the ri...

Effective Dietary Tips to Improve Liver and Kidney Health for Acne Relief

The face has developed many acne lesions? Hello! I am 30 years old, and recently I have been experiencing a lot of acne on my face. Traditional Chinese medicine suggested that it is related to poor liver and kidney function, and they prescribed me some medication and recommended ...

Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello: First, it is important to clarify a misconception. The claim in Traditional Chinese Medicine that acne is related to poor liver and kidney function is not accurate! One should not easily believe such statements from others. To determine if there is indeed poor liver or kid...

Understanding Bowel Resection Surgery for Weight Loss: Is It Right for You?

Regarding gastrointestinal resection surgery? I have a long-standing habit of trying to lose weight, but despite numerous attempts, I have not been able to reach my ideal weight. Although I know that many hospitals offer weight loss programs and clinics, I am not interested in th...

Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello! Typically, colorectal surgery or gastric partitioning surgery is performed on patients with severe obesity (usually weighing over 100 kilograms) who have been unable to lose weight through dietary control or exercise. Rapid weight loss can lead to maladaptive physiological...

Dealing with Excessive Gas: Causes and Solutions for Digestive Issues

Excessive flatulence? I usually have bread with milk for breakfast. I don't know when it started, but I've become very gassy, which is quite bothersome. Sometimes at school, I feel uncomfortable all day, but it seems to improve when I get home. What should I do? I'...

Dr. Xu Ruihong Reply:
You can start by changing your dietary habits to avoid swallowing too much air during meals. Additionally, you may take some anti-flatulent medications to alleviate the symptoms.

Navigating Hepatitis C Treatment: Options, Costs, and Lifestyle Considerations

Hepatitis C treatment Hello, doctors. I have been suffering from liver disease for a long time. Five years ago, a blood test revealed that I had both hepatitis B and C viruses. A month later, I went to a Christian hospital for further testing, and it confirmed only hepatitis C. S...

Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Hello! First of all, it must be emphasized that hepatitis C is transmitted through blood and bodily fluids, and is fundamentally unrelated to diet. Chronic hepatitis C has a high rate of viral mutation, which makes treatment outcomes less than ideal. Currently, the most effective...

Understanding Duodenal Ulcers: Differences from Gastric Ulcers and Treatment Duration

Duodenal ulcer Is a duodenal ulcer different from a gastric ulcer? If an endoscopy has confirmed the presence of a duodenal ulcer, is it necessary to perform a Helicobacter pylori test? The doctor has identified a 2 cm ulcer and recommends antibiotic treatment for more than four ...

Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
Gastric ulcers and duodenal ulcers are two types of ulcers located in different areas. If a duodenal ulcer is present, a test for Helicobacter pylori can be performed. If there is a Helicobacter pylori infection, antibiotic treatment is required for two weeks, along with the addi...

Understanding Abdominal Pain: Is It Gas or Something More Serious?

I have an unusual feeling in my abdomen? Hello, Dr. Yang. I have a question regarding my health. Just two days ago, I experienced pain when pressing about 20 centimeters to the right of my navel; no other areas hurt. Yesterday, early Saturday morning, I went to the emergency room...

Dr. Yang Peizhen Reply:
Dear Mr. Luo, The tenderness located approximately 20 centimeters to the right of the umbilicus may have several potential causes, including enteritis, constipation, kidney stones, or muscle pain, among others. The typical location for an acute appendicitis attack is in the righ...

Understanding Abdominal Pain: Is It Your Stomach or Something Else?

Abdominal pain? Stomach pain? Dear Doctor: A few days ago, I had a piece of chocolate cake and drank some cola for a friend's birthday. However, a few minutes later, I experienced stomach pain and had to go to the bathroom. The pain intensified, and after another trip to the...

Dr. Xu Ruihong Reply:
Hello, your question is somewhat difficult to answer because the nature of the abdominal pain is unclear. If there was diarrhea at the time, the likelihood of acute gastroenteritis is highest. The food itself may not have been the issue, but the process of handling the food (such...

Are Birth Control Pills Safe for Long-Term Use in Acne Treatment?

Is long-term use of contraceptive pills or menstrual regulation medications for treating acne harmful to the liver or kidneys, or does it have other side effects? My skin is very oily and prone to acne. Recently, I visited a dermatology clinic, and the doctor recommended taking h...

Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Hepatitis B carriers not only have the potential to transmit the virus to others, but the virus can also remain dormant within liver cells, potentially leading to chronic hepatitis, which may progress to cirrhosis and ultimately liver cancer. Therefore, due to the possibility of ...

Seeking Answers: Unexplained Abdominal Pain in a 35-Year-Old Man

Doctor, could you please assist me? My son is ill, and despite searching through various major hospitals, we have been unable to find the cause of his condition. Our family is now at a loss. Here are the details of his illness: he is a 35-year-old male, experiencing pain located ...

Dr. Xu Ruihong Reply:
Based on the detailed symptoms you described and the fact that the patient has undergone numerous tests with normal results, it appears that there are no structural abnormalities. However, issues related to gastrointestinal motility are among the most challenging to assess. It ma...

Hospitals in Tainan for Chronic Hepatitis B Treatment: Options and Coverage

Hospitals for the treatment of Hepatitis B? In Tainan, there are several hospitals and clinics that provide treatment for chronic hepatitis B. The typical treatment duration can vary depending on the specific medication and individual patient factors, but it often lasts from seve...

Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
1. You can visit the National Cheng Kung University Hospital for a consultation, or you can go to the Tainan City Hospital. 2. Some medications are covered by health insurance, while others are not.

Changes in Stool Size and Consistency: Understanding Digestive Health Issues

The stool is different from before? 1. Over the past year, my stools have become thinner and smaller. 2. I often experience constipation or diarrhea.

Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
Everyone has different bowel habits; some people have a bowel movement once a day, while others may have one to two times a day, and these variations are generally acceptable. However, if you notice that your stools have become thinner and you experience alternating constipation ...

Can Hepatitis C Be Transmitted Through Kissing or Sexual Activity?

Transmission routes of Hepatitis C? Hello, doctor. I am a carrier of hepatitis C and undergo follow-up examinations every year. I would like to ask whether kissing or sexual intercourse can transmit the virus to others, or if I should avoid these activities. Please provide your r...

Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
Hepatitis C is transmitted through blood, which means that intimate contact, as well as activities such as injection drug use and tattooing, can pose a risk of infection. Your current practice of having an annual check-up is appropriate.

Why Is My Upper and Lower Abdomen Always Bloated?

Why is my upper abdomen and lower abdomen so distended? Since childhood, my upper abdomen and lower abdomen have always been quite large, almost like a child's belly. Now that I am 21 years old, my stomach still shows no signs of shrinking despite my bowel movements. Why won...

Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
The chances of having worms in the stomach are extremely low; it is more likely to be obesity. You can arrange for an ultrasound scan and a stool examination to thoroughly address your concerns.

Vertical Transmission Risk of Hepatitis B: Key Questions for Mothers

The probability of vertical transmission from mother to child with HBsAg positive and HBeAg negative is relatively low, typically estimated to be around 5-10%. However, it is important to monitor and manage the mother's hepatitis B infection to further reduce the risk of tra...

Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
1. The chance of transmitting this s+e antigen from mother to offspring exceeds 90%. 2. Blood tests can be conducted six weeks after the administration of the third dose. 3. It may simply be physiological jaundice, but a blood test for jaundice can also be performed at a pediatri...

Understanding Jaundice: How to Improve Liver Function and Reduce Symptoms

Liver function The occurrence of jaundice in the human body is related to liver function. Is there a way to reduce jaundice?

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
There are many causes of jaundice in women, including congenital metabolic disorders, hemolysis, gallstones, biliary obstruction, acute and chronic hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, drug-induced and alcoholic hepatitis, and even malignant tumors of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas,...

Understanding Fatty Liver: Causes Beyond Obesity and Nutrition

Fatty liver disease I am not considered obese, but after an ultrasound scan, the doctor informed me that I have fatty liver. He mentioned that almost everyone in Taiwan has fatty liver, attributing it to overnutrition. However, I am wondering if the doctor might not be aware that...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello everyone: The causes of fatty liver are primarily obesity > hyperlipidemia > alcohol > diabetes > certain medications > viral hepatitis, among others. As long as it is not severe and the above causes are ruled out, there is generally no major concern. Please ...

Blood in Stool: Understanding Constipation and Gastrointestinal Issues

Blood in the stool?! Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask about my sister. She often has bowel movements every 4 to 5 days or longer, and her stools are sometimes blood-stained. She says there is no pain in her anus, so it shouldn't be a case of anal fissures. What could this ...

Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
You may be experiencing constipation with hard stools, which can cause tears and bleeding in the anal mucosa during straining. This type of bleeding is different from that associated with colitis or colorectal cancer; you typically notice one or two drops of bright red blood in t...

Exploring Capsule Endoscopy: A Less Invasive Option for Stomach Issues

Types of Endoscopes I have been suffering from stomach pain for a while, and recently my doctor suggested that I undergo an endoscopy. However, I lack the courage to go through with it (because I've heard from others that it can be quite uncomfortable). I remember reading in...

Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hello everyone: The wireless capsule endoscope is still under development, so please seek medical treatment. Wishing you all good health.

Is Hepatitis C the Only Cause of Liver Cancer? Exploring Other Factors

Is the occurrence of liver cancer only related to hepatitis C? My dad said he has hepatitis C. Does that mean the occurrence of his cancer is unrelated to cirrhosis?

Dr. Yang Guojun Reply:
This is a disease caused by infection with the hepatitis C virus, leading to inflammation of the liver. Most patients with hepatitis C may be asymptomatic, while some may initially experience fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), and dark u...

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