HepatitisThe problem of hepatitis is related to an inflammatory condition of liver. It occurs mainly due to infection caused by virus but there are other possible causes as well. Hepatitis can be temporary or viral. Temporary hepatitis, which is acute in nature, gets resolved on its own. Viral hepatitis can be of five types, A, B, C, D and E.
Now, let us discuss about the causes behind each type of hepatitis, which results in liver problem.
Causes
The fact that we have identified five types of Hepatitis, A, B, C, D and E, let’s take a look at the causes behind the occurrence of all these types:
Symptoms Of Hepatitis
Hepatitis, in its initial phase is called the acute phase. The following symptoms along with mild flu are visible:
Though this phase is not really dangerous but for some patients, it can result in liver failure leading to death.
Treatment for Hepatitis
Treatment options for different types of hepatitis are:
Hepatitis A: This doesn’t require treatment as it is short-term in nature. In case the symptoms cause a lot of discomfort, then bed rest is recommended. Vaccine is available to prevent this infection.
Hepatitis B: Acute Hepatitis B doesn’t require treatment either. Its chronic form can be treated with antiviral medications. This can be prevented with vaccination.
Hepatitis C: This type of hepatitis, both in its acute and chronic forms, is treated through antiviral medications.
Hepatitis D: According to a study in 2013, a drug known as alpha interferon is used to treat this type of hepatitis but unfortunately this only comes to the rescue of 25-30% people.
Hepatitis E: This acute form of hepatitis gets resolved on its own. Adequate rest, drinking sufficient amount of water and taking enough nutrients in their food are some of the ways to get healed from this disease.