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Is It Safe To Have Pain Killers While Suffering From Hepatitis?
Question: Dr. I feel partial body pain, please which body pain drug is suitable for hep b patient that i should use. please note that am hep b patient.
Brief Answer:
Local application preferred, let me know LFT
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query.
Most painkillers can be harmful for the liver if it is already inflamed. If the pain is localised, it's better to use a balm or local pain reliever.
Please let me know your liver function test results.
Take care,
Dr Noble Zachariah
Local application preferred, let me know LFT
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query.
Most painkillers can be harmful for the liver if it is already inflamed. If the pain is localised, it's better to use a balm or local pain reliever.
Please let me know your liver function test results.
Take care,
Dr Noble Zachariah
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