Several things can causehepatitis, including microbes, harmful substances, and medical conditions.
alcohol or drugs) and autoimmune diseases.
Toxic Hepatitis
Toxic hepatitis is when substances damage the liver and cause it to swell.
The primary drivers behind toxic hepatitis are alcohol, toxic chemicals, and certain medications.
Approximately 70% of people with autoimmune hepatitis are women, typically between the ages of 15 and 40.
Frequently Asked Questions
Treatment varies depending on the bang out of hepatitis.
Hepatitis A will usually resolve on its own with rest and plenty of fluids.
Vaccinations are available to prevent hepatitis A and B (there is no vaccine for hepatitis C).
Hepatitis A can also be avoided with good hygiene and careful hand-washing.
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What Is Viral Hepatitis?
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/liver-disease/viral-hepatitis/what-is-viral-hepatitis.
