Hepatitis
Hepatitis B and D were formerly called serum
hepatitis .
Hepatitis B is mainly transmitted through blood transfusion s, contaminated needles, and sexual contact. Blood screening has reduced the risk from transfusion s.
Hepatitis C Overview
Hepatitis is a general term that ...
Autoimmune hepatitis
Autoimmune
hepatitis Definition: Autoimmune
hepatitis involves inflammation of the liver caused by rogue immune cells that mistake the liver 's normal cells for a foreign tissue or pathogen ( disease -causing agent). Autoimmune
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Drug-induced hepatitis
Drug-induced
hepatitis Definition: Drug-induced
hepatitis involves inflammation of the liver caused by medication. Drug-induced
hepatitis involves inflammation of the liver caused by medication. Pictures & Images Digestive System ... drug-induced
hepatitis (
hepatitis tri...
Viral hepatitis
Alternate Names : Viral
Hepatitis Definition
Hepatitis A is an inflammation (irritation and swelling ) of the liver caused by the
Hepatitis A virus . Viral
Hepatitis - Viral
hepatitis refers to
hepatitis c aused by a few specific virus es that primarily attack the liver . Hep...
Abuse
... a bite wound from an adult, child abuse must be taken into ... Over half of the death s related to cirrhosis are due to alcohol abuse ,
hepatitis , and other virus es. Chemicals, poison s, too much iron or copper, and blockages of the bile duct also may cause the disease . Treatment ...
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
...mmunodeficiency syndrome ( AIDS ); ... and formulas in China and Japan has been studied for therapeutic value in the following areas: chronic
hepatitis ; rheumatoid arthritis ; hypertension ; atopic eczema ; various immunologic disorders, including acquired immunodeficiency syndrome ( AIDS ); ......
Acrodermatitis
... by mild symptoms of fever and malaise . It may also be associated with
hepatitis B and other viral infections . Acrodermatitis is a skin condition ... by mild symptoms of fever and malaise . It may also be associated with
hepatitis B and other viral infections . Pictures & Images Acrodermatitis ......
Acupuncture
...ucosamine and chondroitin. Six cases have been traced to contaminated acupuncture needles. About 5% of all Americans and 85% of gay men have it.
hepatitis B is very serious. It has an incubation period of 28-160 days (2-6 months), and recovery may require 6 months. Acupressure wrist bands or acupu...
Acute renal failure
...al failure occurring in a patient with liver failure. The exact causal relationship in unclear, but those with alcoholic cirrhosis and alcoholic
hepatitis a re at greatest risk. Chronic renal failure is in contrast to acute renal failure . It may also be referred to as chronic kidney failure . S...
Addiction
...ol Dependence ) Alcohol Dependence Alcoholic Cirrhosis ( Alcoholic Liver Disease ) Alcoholic Fatty Liver ( Alcoholic Liver Disease ) Alcoholic
hepatitis ( Alcoholic Liver Disease ) Alcoholic Liver Disease ... Addiction is defined as compulsive use of a substance despite continued negative conse...
Adolescents
...k groups include infants , adolescents , ...
hepatitis A -
hepatitis c aused by
hepatitis A virus . Most common in children and adolescen...
Aerobic bacteria
...teria than do animal bites . In addition to bacterial infection , they may transmit serious infectious diseases such as the HIV virus and
hepatitis . Invanz (ertapenem sodium ) Pronounced "in vance." A once-a-day injectable antibiotic for the treatment of moderate to severe infections in...
Aflatoxins
... much more prevalent in other parts of the world compared with the U.S. is liver cancer . This cancer is often caused by viral infections with
hepatitis B and C, and is also linked with exposure to aflatoxins , ... ...
Aflatoxin
... much more prevalent in other parts of the world compared with the U.S. is liver cancer . This cancer is often caused by viral infections with
hepatitis B and C, and is also linked with exposure to aflatoxin s , ... ...
Aging skin
... Aging skin Allergy caused by food or drugs ( antibiotics ) Superficial skin infection s such as folliculitis and impetigo Pregnancy
hepatitis Iron deficiency anemia Parasites such as pinworm Pityriasis rosea Psoriasis Seborrheic dermatitis ... The anti aging quest of...
Albumin
...which plays a part in the immune system ) ... If the globulins are elevated and albumin is decreased, hepatic cirrhosis or chronic active
hepatitis may be present. Special Considerations: ... Blood creatinine and urine micro albumin for evidence of kidney disease Lipid profile ( ch...
Alcohol Abuse
...er Disease ) Alcoholic Fatty Liver ( Alcoholic Liver Disease ) Alcoholic
hepatitis ( Alcoholic Liver Disease ) ... Alcohol abuse rs are "problem drinkers...er half of the death s related to cirrhosis are due to alcohol abuse ,
hepatitis , and other virus es. Chemicals, poison s, too much iron or copper, and b...
Alcohol use
...to make some changes in their drinking to avoid health ... ANNOUNCER:
hepatitis , literally, inflammation of the liver , has many causes, including medi...nd gall bladder or pancreas disease s. But for millions of Americans,
hepatitis results from infection with a virus . - Placed on a natural healing ...
Alcoholic liver disease
... red blood cells) and peripheral neuropathy ( disease of the peripheral nervous system, as opposed to the brain and spinal cord). Chronic
hepatitis B and C Disease s of the bile ducts Alcoholic liver disease Auto immune liver diseases Buildup of fat in the liver ... For example...
Alcoholism
...ted either with the disease process or with common medications prescribed for the disease ... CIRRHOSIS : End-stage liver disease caused by
hepatitis , alcoholism , or an obstruction of bile flow. Cirrhosis can cause jaundice , gastrointestinal problems, edema , liver failure, and death ...
Alpha
...ty of AFP for detecting HCC varies widely in both
hepatitis B virus (HBV)-positive and HBV-negative populat...glutamic pyruvic transaminase (SGPT), and serum
hepatitis . The following eight objectives (in alpha bet...P Q R S T U V W X Y Z View by Topic ... DRUG
hepatitis - ...
ALP
...AND OVARITIS"1 ( Fallopian Tube Inflammation ; Ovarian Inflammation ) ... Very high levels of ALP can be caused by liver disorders , such as
hepatitis , blockage of the bile ducts (obstructive jaundice ), gallstones , cirrhosis , liver cancer , ... In the fourth trial, the Adjuvant Lung Pr...
ALT
...athy , naturopathy , and spiritual devotions) or culturally based healing traditions such as Chinese, Ayurvedic, and Christian Science. H ALT -C (
hepatitis C anti viral long-term treatment to prevent cirrhosis ) Recently initiated three-year study to determine whether long-term pegylated interferon (...
Ammonia
...usive. Ammonia levels in the blood rise when the liver is not able to convert ammonia to urea. This may be caused by cirrhosis or severe
hepatitis . (back to top) Author: ... Ammonia Poisoning Ammonia is a product of waste from a fish’s excrement or respiration . Ammonia - fo...
Amenorrhea
...ence of menstruation ). Signs And Tests: Liver biopsy showing chronic
hepatitis Abnormal liver function tests ... Additional symptoms that may be ass...ence of menstruation ). Signs and tests: Liver biopsy showing chronic
hepatitis Abnormal liver function tests ... Women who breast feed their chil...
Anaerobic
...cteria than do animal bites . In addition to bacterial infection , they may transmit serious infectious diseases such as the HIV virus and
hepatitis . Necrotizing subcutaneous infection or fasciitis can be caused by a variety of bacteria including oxygen -using bacteria ( aerobic ) or ...
Anaerobic bacteria
...cteria than do animal bites . In addition to bacterial infection , they may transmit serious infectious diseases such as the HIV virus and
hepatitis . Some antibiotics work against aerobic bacteria , that is organ isms that need oxygen to live, while others work against anaerobic bacteria...
Androgen
...atory drugs (see NSAIDs) Calcium channel blockers ... Androgen Male sex hormone . Cirrhosis Diffuse scarring caused by alcohol or chronic
hepatitis often leading to liver failure. Estrogen Sex hormone responsible for stimulating female sexual characteristics. Androgen s. Androgen s may ...
Angioma
...m angioma Hemochromatosis ( Iron Overload )
hepatitis ( Viral
hepatitis )
hepatitis B ...
Antibody
..., will reduce that potential for side effects.
hepatitis A ANTIBODY ( Anti HA) - Main labor atory test used to detect
hepatitis A . Detects antibody produced by patient's immune system in response to
hepatitis A virus . Each type of antibody is unique a...
Antimicrobial
...manufactured with silver oxide as an antimicrobial substance. Antibiotics / antimicrobial s for gum disease [Medication] Antibody test for
hepatitis A [Medical Tests] ... Additional topical antimicrobial medications to treat inflammatory acne include azelaic acid (Azelex cream) and sodi...
Antigen
...one marrow and blood cells. CD40-ligand ...
hepatitis B e ANTIGEN (HBeAg) - Labor atory test that hel...gree of activity, or rate of multi plication, of
hepatitis B virus . Cross-matching antigen s. The last...sia with an increase in the numbers of cells.
hepatitis A infection : A positive antigen test (called ...
Ataxia
...ert D. Neurological complications (these are rare, but include meningitis , seizures , ataxia , Guillain-Barre syndrome , and Bell's palsy )
hepatitis with jaundice (more common in patients older than 35) Hemolytic anemia Orchitis ... - A rare congenital disorder that causes the body to ...
Aura
...sic Migraine ) Migrainous Neuralgia ( Cluster Headaches ) Mild Chronic
hepatitis ( Chronic Persi stent
hepatitis ) Milia ... Normal vision and migraine aura A typical migraine ...
Autoimmune disorders
... organ s, are one possible cause of liver disease . This group of tests assists your health care provider in the diagnosis of liver disease (see
hepatitis ). CAUSES" Autoimmune disorders can result from conditions ranging from rheumatoid arthritis to kidney disease . Unrelenting stress , chronic...
Autonomic hyperreflexia
...e high blood pressure ,change in heart rate, skin color changes ( pallor , redness, blue-grey coloration), and profuse sweating . Autoimmune
hepatitis Autoimmune Thyroiditis ( Chronic Thyroiditis (Hashimoto's Disease )) Autonomic Hyperreflexia Autonomic Neuropathy Autosomal Dominant Polyc...
B virus
...this virus usually have no or mild symptoms.
hepatitis B Virus
hepatitis B is also known as serum
hepatitis a nd is spread through blood and sexual contact....
Bacteria
...ound in our freshwater tanks that is responsible for several skin infection s, including ulcers . Chronic bacteria l infection Infectious
hepatitis Infectious mononucleosis Lymph ocytic leukemia Multiple myeloma Viral infection (such as infectious mononucleosis , mumps , measles ) ...
Bacterial
...e the immune system in both HIV -positive and AIDS patients previously unresponsive to other ... Chronic bacterial infection Infectious
hepatitis Infectious mononucleosis Lymph ocytic leukemia Multiple myeloma Viral infection (such as infectious mononucleosis , mumps , measles ) ...
Biliary obstruction
...nit of Cordis Corporation. Source: PR Newswire- 1/07/99. search help: SMART ... biliary stricture s cirrhosis gallstones in the biliary tract
hepatitis with associated biliary obstruction surgical trauma affecting the biliary tract tumor s of the liver or gall bladder ... ...