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Hepatitis B is a condition that causes inflammation of the liver because of the Hepatitis B Virus (HBV). In India, about one million people are at the risk of being infected with HBV every year. It is unfortunate that this number is huge given the fact that Hepatitis B is a preventable disease. You just need to be vaccinated to stay safe. Untreated Hepatitis B increases the risk of liver failure and liver cirrhosis. Your treatment would depend on whether your Hepatitis B infection is acute or ch...more
Last Updated: 7 years ago • Featured Quiz
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Hepatitis A, B, and C are a group of distinct diseases which affect the liver. These are one of the most common types of hepatitis, and many people don t even know that they are suffering from hepatitis. Treatment regimen depends upon the type of hepatitis that the patient is suffering from. Some forms of hepatitis can be prevented through vaccination and lifestyle precautions. Take the following quiz to know more about hepatitis A, B, and C.
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World Hepatitis Day or WHD takes place every year on 28 July and it is designed to raise awareness about viral hepatitis and to influence real change. WHD, endorsed by the World Health Organization, unites patient organisations, governments, medical professionals, and civil society, as well as the public, to boost prevention measures for fighting viral hepatitis like vaccination.
In the simple terms, hepatitis means injury to your liver due to inflammation. There are five main types of ...more
In the simple terms, hepatitis means injury to your liver due to inflammation. There are five main types of ...more
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Since you are in ahmedabad. Few suggestions.
1) continue treatment of hep b 2) fibroscan can help you get the assessment of liver stiffness in case you don't have ascites on usg.
3) liver transplant is an option when liver decompensates but you need to enroll early on as waiting period is long in most centres 4) get consultation from Dr. sanjay rajput. He is expert gastro in ahmedabad.
1) continue treatment of hep b 2) fibroscan can help you get the assessment of liver stiffness in case you don't have ascites on usg.
3) liver transplant is an option when liver decompensates but you need to enroll early on as waiting period is long in most centres 4) get consultation from Dr. sanjay rajput. He is expert gastro in ahmedabad.
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Hi,
from the details provided by you, I understand that you have cirrhosis of liver with chronic hepatitis b infection as the cause.
You do not seem to have developed complications of portal hypertension viz. Gi bleed (blood in vomitus or stools), ascites (collection of fluid/water in stomach) or hepatic encephalopathy (drowsiness, transient loss of consciousness) etc.
You need to continue with anti-viral medications for hepatitis b and cardivas along with regular screening and follo...more
from the details provided by you, I understand that you have cirrhosis of liver with chronic hepatitis b infection as the cause.
You do not seem to have developed complications of portal hypertension viz. Gi bleed (blood in vomitus or stools), ascites (collection of fluid/water in stomach) or hepatic encephalopathy (drowsiness, transient loss of consciousness) etc.
You need to continue with anti-viral medications for hepatitis b and cardivas along with regular screening and follo...more
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Hi, if it is truly hepatitis a and you are having itching, then you should get your lft get done. You can reach out to me with lft report url/consult-privately/doctor/dr-sarweshwar-sripada-internal-medicine-specialist.
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Because bacteria in the mouth are often a trigger for saliva production, an excellent oral hygiene routine that includes regular brushing and flossing as well as mouthwash can help to reduce excessive .saliva .in addition ,drinking plenty of water throughout the day can also to help to reduce saliva production.
Anxiety can cause issues that may lead to the feeling of needing to drool.
Anxiety can cause issues that may lead to the feeling of needing to drool.
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I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you.
The sgpt or serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase is one of the enzymes found in the liver. The normal range of sgpt is 7 to 56 units per liter of blood serum. High levels of enzymes in the liver can be a serious indication of diseases or damage.
Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a treatment plan for you.
The sgpt or serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase is one of the enzymes found in the liver. The normal range of sgpt is 7 to 56 units per liter of blood serum. High levels of enzymes in the liver can be a serious indication of diseases or damage.
Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a treatment plan for you.
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I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you.
Hepatitis b can occasionally be detected as early as three weeks after exposure, but for more accurate results we recommend getting tested after six weeks.
Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a treatment plan for you.
Hepatitis b can occasionally be detected as early as three weeks after exposure, but for more accurate results we recommend getting tested after six weeks.
Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a treatment plan for you.
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