Chronic hepatitis C (CHC) is a major health problem worldwide, with approximately 200 million affected individuals and a significant rate of progression to end-stage cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). If hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is left untreated in the population, then the ...
Hepatitis means inflamed liver. After 6 months, it’s called “chronic” and in some cases may eventually lead to heavy scarring of the liver (cirrhosis). The hepatitis C virus spreads most commonly through needles shared by drug users, but sexual contact can also pass it on. Harvoni is a...
Fatty liver, or hepatic steatosis, is a term that describes the buildup of fat in the liver. It is easy to diagnose fatty liver disease, and just like in cancer, there are different stages. One does not want to end up with a failing liver because of excess fat retention in it. Early...
Care for Your Liver Here are some ways to keep your liver healthy: Don't drink a lot of alcohol. It can damage liver cells and lead to the swelling or scarring that becomes cirrhosis, which can be deadly. How much alcohol is too much? U.S. government guidelines say men should drink...
How to diagnose and treat hepatitis B virus antiviral drug resistance in the liver transplant setting. ASF Lok - Wiley Subscription Services, Inc., A Wiley Company 被引量: 0发表: 2008年 Outcome of lamivudine resistant hepatitis B virus infection in the liver transplant recipient BACKGROUND: In ...
Alcoholic fatty liver develops due to excess consumption of alcohol, while NAFLD results from obesity, diabetes, andhigh cholesterol. If left untreated, fatty liver can lead to liver scarring or cirrhosis. Hence, it is essential to take certain precautions to protect your liver. ...
cirrhosis or other liver disease. Tell your doctor if you have an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) or any type of scan using a radioactive dye that is injected into a vein. Contrast dyes and furosemide can harm your kidneys. Furosemide on-body infusor (Furoscix) may be used to treat cong...
Over time, a fatty liver can lead to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (also called “NASH”). NASH is a more advanced form of fatty liver disease and may lead to cirrhosis (scarring of the liver) and liver cancer. Unfortunately, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease can also lead to chronic condi...
Dandelion is well applied in cases of jaundice and hepatitis, even cirrhosis of the liver. Nevertheless, this plant should not be used for those who have obstructive jaundice. Dandelion Root To Fight Cancer Scientists have confirmed that dandelion is a potentialcancer fighter, and has been successf...
Varices.These are abnormally enlarged veins usually located at the lower end of the esophagus or the upper stomach. They may break open and bleed. Cirrhosis of the liver is the most common cause of esophageal varices. Learn more about the symptoms of bleeding varices. ...