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Hepatitis B is a chronic viral infection that affects the liver, over time causing scarring called Cirrhosis which can lead to liver failure and eventually death. It was been estimated that 20% of Asian Americans are carriers of Hepatitis B, Vaccines are available and effective treatments for those living with Hepatitis B is also available. The decease can be sexually transmitted or through contact with infected blood, but the most common form is mother to child transition.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoBecause the liver performs many functions in the body, hepatitis can have many detrimental effects on the body itself if left untreated. The liver filters the blood and removes substances such as ammonia from it. The liver produces glucose when needed if the blood sugar drops low. If hepatitis causes cirrhosis (hardening of the liver), then blood flow issues occur because the blood isn't able to pass through the liver as fast as it did, which can cause swelling in the body as well as affect other systems such as the kidneys. These are just a few of the possible complications of hepatitis.
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∙ 11y agoHepatitis B is extremely harmful to the liver in the human body.
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What damage can Hepatitis B do to the body?
Hepatitis B can lead to cancer and it will kill you.
Hepatitis relates to what body system?
Hepatitis relates to which body system
Can hepatitis cause liver damage if not treated?
Yes. Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver and causes liver cell damage and destruction. If left untreated hepatitis will continue to damage the liver and can result in liver cancer, liver failure, and permanent liver damage called cirrhosis.
Is hepatitis c caused bye bacteria?
Immune cells in the body attacking the liver and causing autoimmune hepatitis Infections from viruses (such as hepatitis A, B, or C), bacteria, or parasites Liver damage from alcohol, poisonous mushrooms, or other poisons Medications, such as an overdose of acetaminophen, which can be deadly
Hepatitis A is a food-borne virus that can result in what type of organ damage?
muscle damage
What does the word hapetitis means?
do u mean hepatitis?this is irritation of the liver that can cause permanent damage sometimes. hepatitis may be caused by viruses or by medicines or alcohol. Hepatitis comes in various forms eg hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, hepatitis D and hepatitis E...hope that helped Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver.
What are three pathogens spread by blood and body fluids?
Hepatitis B, hepatitis C and AIDS
What causes liver damage in SBS?
The main two causes of liver damage are alcoholism and hepatitis.
Explain about hepatitis and types etiology?
This form of hepatitis causes liver damage. Most people recover from the virus within six months, but sometimes the virus will cause a lifelong damage.
AST/ALT < 1?
acute hepatitis, viral hepatitis....ALT generally more due to DIRECT DAMAGE TO LIVER
What organ can alcohol cause hepatitis?
Hepatitis is swelling and inflammation of the liver. It is not a condition, but is often used to refer to a viral infection of the liver.Causes, incidence, and risk factorsHepatitis can be caused by: Immune cells in the body attacking the liver and causing autoimmune hepatitisInfections from viruses (such as hepatitis A, B, or C), bacteria, or parasitesLiver damage from alcohol, poisonous mushrooms, or other poisonsMedications, such as an overdose of acetaminophen, which can be deadly
What is the most common treatment for hepatitis c?
Currently, the most common treatment for Hepatitis C is the antiviral medicine peginterferon, which helps control the virus and prevent further damage to the body's liver, such as cirrhosis. In some instances, a liver transplant may be needed.
