eMedTV Hepatitis Articles

Auto Immune Hepatitis

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 11:30:10 CDT

Auto Immune Hepatitis
Autoimmune hepatitis is a disease in which the body's immune system attacks its own liver cells. This eMedTV article links to additional information about autoimmune hepatitis. Auto immune hepatitis is a common misspelling of autoimmune hepatitis.

Autoimmune Hepatis

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 15:31:07 CDT

Autoimmune Hepatis
Scientists don't know the exact cause or causes of the liver disease autoimmune hepatitis. This page on the eMedTV site discusses symptoms of this disease and how it can be treated. Autoimmune hepatis is a common misspelling of autoimmune hepatitis.

Autoimmune Hepatites

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 15:33:12 CDT

Autoimmune Hepatites
Seventy percent of those with autoimmune hepatitis are women. This eMedTV Web page provides more information about who this disease affects, as well as how it can be diagnosed. Autoimmune hepatites is a common misspelling of autoimmune hepatitis.

Autoimmune Hepatitis Symptoms

Sun, 25 Mar 2007 14:43:17 CDT

Autoimmune Hepatitis Symptoms
Some early symptoms of autoimmune hepatitis include muscle pain, nausea or vomiting, and a sore throat. This eMedTV page also gives an overview of late autoimmune hepatitis symptoms and symptoms that can occur in a person who also develops cirrhosis.

Autoimmune Hepatitis Treatment

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 18:49:22 CDT

Autoimmune Hepatitis Treatment
Autoimmune hepatitis is commonly treated with daily doses of the corticosteroid prednisone. This eMedTV page provides detailed information about autoimmune hepatitis treatment, including other drugs that may be tried.

Autoimmune Hepatitis Types

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 14:55:45 CDT

Autoimmune Hepatitis Types
The three types of autoimmune hepatitis are type 1, type 2, and type 3. This part of the eMedTV archives discusses how often each of these autoimmune hepatitis types occurs, who it affects, and how it may be diagnosed and treated.

Autoimmune Hepatitis

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 11:07:54 CDT

Autoimmune Hepatitis
In a person who has autoimmune hepatitis, the body's immune system attacks liver cells. This part of the eMedTV archives provides information on who autoimmune hepatitis affects, its common symptoms, and how the disease may be diagnosed and treated.

Autoimmune Hepatitus

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 15:36:27 CDT

Autoimmune Hepatitus
In a person who has autoimmune hepatitis, the body's immune system attacks its own liver cells. This eMedTV resource covers autoimmune hepatitis types, symptoms, and diagnosis. Autoimmune hepatitus is a common misspelling of autoimmune hepatitis.

Causes of Autoimmune Hepatitis

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 08:40:35 CDT

Causes of Autoimmune Hepatitis
The cause or causes of autoimmune hepatitis may be linked to genetic and environmental factors. This eMedTV article outlines these possible autoimmune hepatitis causes (which could include certain genes, toxins, or drugs).

Diagnosing Autoimmune Hepatitis

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 09:48:21 CDT

Diagnosing Autoimmune Hepatitis
This eMedTV page lists tests a doctor may use for diagnosing autoimmune hepatitis (like a liver biopsy). This page also explains that the doctor will consider other conditions that can have the same symptoms as autoimmune hepatitis (like liver cancer).

Is Autoimmune Hepatitis Contagious?

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 11:19:40 CDT

Is Autoimmune Hepatitis Contagious?
Is autoimmune hepatitis contagious? No, autoimmune hepatitis is not contagious. As this eMedTV article explains, most researchers believe that a genetic factor may put some people at a higher risk of developing autoimmune hepatitis.

Life Expectancy With Autoimmune Hepatitis

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 18:23:50 CDT

Life Expectancy With Autoimmune Hepatitis
This page on the eMedTV site discusses some factors that can affect life expectancy with autoimmune hepatitis (such as how well a person does with medicines), as well as the information a doctor will use to arrive at an autoimmune hepatitis prognosis.

Epivir and Breastfeeding

Sun, 4 Nov 2007 10:14:07 CST

Epivir and Breastfeeding
It is generally recommended that women taking Epivir avoid breastfeeding. This part of the eMedTV Web site provides more detailed information on Epivir and breastfeeding, and explains why it may be dangerous to breastfeed if you have HIV.

Epivir and Pregnancy

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 17:48:49 CDT

Epivir and Pregnancy
At this time, it is not known whether Epivir is safe for pregnant women. This page from the eMedTV archives offers more information on Epivir and pregnancy, and describes the problems that occurred when Epivir was given to pregnant animals.

Epivir Dosage

Sun, 4 Nov 2007 10:16:56 CST

Epivir Dosage
The recommended Epivir dosage for hepatitis B treatment in adults is 100 mg once daily. This page on the eMedTV site also contains Epivir dosing recommendations for the treatment of HIV or AIDS and explains dosing guidelines for children.

Epivir Drug Interactions

Fri, 2 Nov 2007 21:05:09 CDT

Epivir Drug Interactions
Trimethaprim and sulfamethoxazole, ribavirin, and zalcitabine may cause Epivir drug interactions. This eMedTV article also lists interferon medications that may cause Epivir interactions and explains what may happen if these drugs are taken together.

Epivir Overdose

Fri, 2 Nov 2007 21:37:53 CDT

Epivir Overdose
An Epivir overdose may lead to pancreatitis or lactic acidosis and hepatic steatosis. This eMedTV resource lists possible signs of these conditions and explains what treatment options are available for an Epivir overdose.

Epivir Side Effects

Sat, 3 Nov 2007 20:52:11 CDT

Epivir Side Effects
Abdominal pain, fatigue, and headaches are some of the most commonly reported Epivir side effects. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible side effects of Epivir, including rare but potentially serious side effects that require medical attention.

Epivir Uses

Sun, 4 Nov 2007 10:22:18 CST

Epivir Uses
Epivir is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of hepatitis B and HIV or AIDS. This part of the eMedTV Web site explains whether the medication is approved for children and discusses possible off-label Epivir uses.

Epivir Warnings and Precautions

Sat, 3 Nov 2007 20:40:53 CDT

Epivir Warnings and Precautions
Missing doses of Epivir may increase your risk of the virus becoming resistant to HIV medications. This eMedTV segment contains other important Epivir warnings and precautions. Information on who should not take the drug are also included.

Epivir

Fri, 2 Nov 2007 21:46:00 CDT

Epivir
Epivir is a prescription medicine that is licensed to treat chronic hepatitis B and HIV or AIDS. This eMedTV page explains how Epivir works for these conditions and offers an in-depth look at its effects, possible side effects, and dosing guidelines.

Generic Epivir

Fri, 2 Nov 2007 20:33:42 CDT

Generic Epivir
The earliest possible date that generic Epivir could be available is August 2009. This eMedTV page further discusses the availability of generic Epivir products and explains the difference between an active ingredient and a generic version of a drug.

Early Symptoms of Hep C

Fri, 1 Dec 2006 19:30:20 CST

Early Symptoms of Hep C
The majority of people with hepatitis C do not have early symptoms of hep C. As explained in this eMedTV segment, for those people who do have early symptoms of hep C, they may include things such as fatigue, nausea, jaundice, and fever.

Effect of Hepatitis A Vaccination on Pregnancy

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 17:14:45 CDT

Effect of Hepatitis A Vaccination on Pregnancy
The effect of hepatitis A vaccination on pregnancy is not known; however, as this eMedTV page points out, pregnant women concerned about effects of the vaccine should discuss the risk of vaccination against the risk of infection with their doctor.

Hepatitis A Vaccine

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 16:55:02 CDT

Hepatitis A Vaccine
The hepatitis A vaccine is given as a series of two injections and can protect a person for up to 20 years. This eMedTV page offers detailed information on who should and should not receive the vaccine. A sample vaccination schedule is also included.

Hepatitis A Vacination

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 11:58:38 CDT

Hepatitis A Vacination
The hepatitis A vaccine, as this page of the eMedTV Web site explains, consists of two shots given several months apart, and it lasts for about 20 years. Hepatitis A vacination is a common misspelling and variation of hepatitis A vaccine.

Hepatitus A Vaccine

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 12:01:17 CDT

Hepatitus A Vaccine
The hepatitis A vaccine, as this page of the eMedTV library explains, lasts for about 20 years. This page also provides information on who should and should not receive the vaccine. Hepatitus A vaccine is a common misspelling of hepatitis A vaccine.

Hepatitis A Virus

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 08:48:16 CDT

Hepatitis A Virus
The hepatitis A virus is an RNA virus that causes hepatitis A in humans. As this eMedTV page explains, the virus is often transmitted through a "fecal-oral route." Possible symptoms and the likelihood of contracting the disease are also discussed.

Diagnosing Hepatitis A

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 18:27:46 CDT

Diagnosing Hepatitis A
The procedure used when diagnosing hepatitis A consists of a physical exam, often followed by certain tests. This eMedTV segment provides a detailed look at the process, including a list of symptoms and medical conditions with similar symptoms.

Hep A Symptoms

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 11:59:59 CDT

Hep A Symptoms
Symptoms of hepatitis A (hep A) include fatigue and jaundice; however, as noted in this eMedTV Web page, many people with the disease exhibit no hep A symptoms. Most children under six years of age who have the disease don't exhibit symptoms either.

Hepatitis A Causes

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 12:19:48 CDT

Hepatitis A Causes
Hepatitis A develops after infection with the hepatitis A virus. There are no other hepatitis A causes. This eMedTV page explores the subject in more detail, including how the virus is transmitted and symptoms that hepatitis A causes.

Hepatitis A Cure

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 17:56:32 CDT

Hepatitis A Cure
Time is the only hepatitis A cure available at present. However, as this eMedTV page explains, avoiding infection by the virus in the first place is best. Tips for achieving this are provided, as is a brief discussion on how the virus is transmitted.

Hepatitis A Incubation Period

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 18:20:17 CDT

Hepatitis A Incubation Period
The duration of the hepatitis A incubation period will depend on the number of virus particles consumed. As this eMedTV article explains, the average is 15 to 45 days. A discussion is also provided on how contagious a person is during this time.

Hepatitis A Signs and Symptoms

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 12:08:48 CDT

Hepatitis A Signs and Symptoms
Common hepatitis A signs and symptoms include jaundice, dark urine, and fever. This page of the eMedTV Web site provides information about other possible signs of infection, and explains the likelihood of symptoms occurring.

Hepatitis A Symptoms

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 15:00:48 CDT

Hepatitis A Symptoms
Typical hepatitis A symptoms include jaundice, lack of appetite, and fever, but not everyone has them. This eMedTV page lists more symptoms, discusses the incubation period for the disease, and explains factors that affect whether symptoms appear.

Hepatitis A Transmission

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 15:20:14 CDT

Hepatitis A Transmission
Hepatitis A transmission occurs when a person puts something in the mouth that is contaminated by the virus. This eMedTV article further explains how transmission occurs and offers common modes of transmission, such as sharing contaminated utensils.

Hepatitis A Treatment

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 15:33:58 CDT

Hepatitis A Treatment
Most people with hepatitis A recover within a few months without any specific treatment. However, this eMedTV page lists self-care aspects of hepatitis A treatment that can help relieve symptoms, such as avoiding alcohol and getting plenty of rest.

Hepatitis A

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 18:47:13 CDT

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a liver disease caused by a virus. This segment of the eMedTV archives takes an in-depth look at the condition, including transmission methods, the contagious period, possible symptoms, treatment options, and more.

Hepatitus A

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 23:32:27 CDT

Hepatitus A
Hepatitis A is a liver disease caused by a virus. This segment of the eMedTV archives provides a brief overview of the condition and offers a link to more detailed information. Hepatitus A is a common misspelling of hepatitis A.

Hepititus A

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 23:35:44 CDT

Hepititus A
Hepatitis A causes inflammation of the liver, and the symptoms (if present) are a reflection of that. This eMedTV page briefly describes the disease, lists a few symptoms, and discusses treatment. Hepititus A is a common misspelling of hepatitis A.

Prevention of Hepatitis A

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 18:47:32 CDT

Prevention of Hepatitis A
The best way to prevent hepatitis A is to get vaccinated. This portion of the eMedTV archives describes in detail other prevention strategies, such as practicing good personal hygiene and using condoms correctly every time you have sex.

Hepatitis B Vaccine

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 00:49:48 CDT

Hepatitis B Vaccine
Getting the hepatitis B vaccine is the best way to prevent the disease. This eMedTV Web page explains who should and shouldn't get the hepatitis B vaccine, as well as the typical vaccination schedule for adults and children.

Hepatitus B Vaccine

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 11:55:03 CDT

Hepatitus B Vaccine
This eMedTV page explains that the hepatitis B vaccine is the best way to prevent hepatitis B. This article discusses how the vaccine is given and who should and shouldn't get it. Hepatitus B vaccine is a common misspelling of hepatitis B vaccine.

Hepatitis B Virus

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 11:08:47 CDT

Hepatitis B Virus
The hepatitis B virus is 100 times more contagious than HIV. This page on the eMedTV Web site provides additional information about the hepatitis B virus, including how it is spread and its possible symptoms and complications.

Hepatitus B Virus

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 12:03:43 CDT

Hepatitus B Virus
This eMedTV page covers the hepatitis B virus (the virus that causes the illness hepatitis B). This page discusses how the virus is spread and how many people it infects each year. Hepatitus B virus is a common misspelling of hepatitis B virus.

Cure for Hepatitis B

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 13:43:58 CDT

Cure for Hepatitis B
The only cure for hepatitis B, once infection with the hepatitis B virus has occurred, is time. This eMedTV page explains that the body can usually kill the virus. This page also lists high-risk situations to avoid as part of hepatitis B prevention.

Diagnosing Hepatitis B

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 09:25:02 CDT

Diagnosing Hepatitis B
This eMedTV page covers the steps involved in diagnosing hepatitis B (such as taking the medical history). This page also explains that the doctor will consider other conditions that can share similar symptoms with hepatitis B before making a diagnosis.

Hepatitis B Causes

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 13:57:57 CDT

Hepatitis B Causes
Hepatitis B develops after infection with the hepatitis B virus. There are no other hepatitis B causes. This eMedTV article describes some of the ways in which the hepatitis B virus can be transmitted (such as through sharing drug needles).

Hepatitis B Diet

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 14:45:23 CDT

Hepatitis B Diet
It is important that people with hepatitis B eat healthy foods and not become overweight. This eMedTV Web page outlines other elements of a hepatitis B diet, including considerations for those taking hepatitis B medicines and those with cirrhosis.

Hepatitis B Incubation Period

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 21:48:23 CDT

Hepatitis B Incubation Period
This eMedTV Web page defines the hepatitis B incubation period (or the time between hepatitis B transmission and the start of symptoms). This page discusses how this incubation period can vary and how long a person with hepatitis B may be contagious.

Hepatitis B Prevention

Sat, 17 Mar 2007 18:46:24 CDT

Hepatitis B Prevention
The best way to prevent hepatitis B is to get the hepatitis B vaccine and avoid high-risk behaviors. This eMedTV page offers some tips for effective hepatitis B prevention, such as never having unprotected sex if you have multiple sex partners.

Hepatitis B Statistics

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 18:48:26 CDT

Hepatitis B Statistics
Hepatitis B statistics show that 1.25 million Americans are chronically infected with hepatitis B. This eMedTV article lists other hepatitis B statistics that can provide a better understanding of this disease.

Hepatitis B Symptoms

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 12:34:55 CDT

Hepatitis B Symptoms
Joint pain, fatigue, and a sore throat are a few hepatitis B symptoms that can occur early in the disease. This eMedTV Web page also explores symptoms of chronic hepatitis B (such as itchy skin and personality changes).

Hepatitis B Testing

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 20:16:12 CDT

Hepatitis B Testing
As this eMedTV page explains, hepatitis B testing may involve one or more blood tests. This article describes some specific tests that a doctor may use to diagnose hepatitis B and what positive results mean for some of these tests.

Hepatitis B Transmission

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 13:42:36 CDT

Hepatitis B Transmission
This eMedTV page describes the ways that hepatitis B transmission can occur. HBV can be transmitted when the blood of an infected person enters the body of someone who isn't infected or when someone comes into contact with other infected body fluids.

Hepatitis B Treatment

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 20:29:23 CDT

Hepatitis B Treatment
Hepatitis B treatment is usually necessary only for the chronic form of the disease. This eMedTV article provides information about medicines used for the treatment of hepatitis, which can include alpha interferon and lamivudine.

Hepatitis B

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 11:05:32 CDT

Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis B virus. As this eMedTV page explains, acute hepatitis B usually does not require treatment; chronic hepatitis B is usually treated with medications such as alpha interferon.

Hepatitus B Symptoms

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 23:18:37 CDT

Hepatitus B Symptoms
Hepatitis B symptoms can include fatigue, joint pain, muscle pain, and a sore throat. This eMedTV Web page explains that not everyone who has hepatitis B will develop symptoms. Hepatitus B symptoms is a common misspelling of hepatitis B symptoms.

Hepatitus B

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 23:16:01 CDT

Hepatitus B
About 1.25 million Americans are chronically infected with the liver disease hepatitis B. This page on the eMedTV site discusses hepatitis B treatment and prevention. Hepatitus B is a common misspelling of hepatitis B.

Hepetitis B

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 23:19:47 CDT

Hepetitis B
This eMedTV segment describes the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of hepatitis B, a liver disease that can cause nausea, diarrhea, and a low-grade fever, among other symptoms. Hepetitis B is a common misspelling of hepatitis B.

Hepititis B

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 23:24:29 CDT

Hepititis B
Hepatitis B is a liver disease that can cause nausea, diarrhea, and low-grade fever, among other symptoms. This eMedTV Web page discusses hepatitis B treatment and prevention. Hepititis B is a common misspelling of hepatitis B.

Hepititus B

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 23:27:22 CDT

Hepititus B
This section of the eMedTV library provides a detailed overview of the liver disease hepatitis B, noting in particular its cause, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Hepititus B is a common misspelling of hepatitis B.

Causes of Hepatitis D

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 14:22:27 CDT

Causes of Hepatitis D
As this eMedTV page explains, causes of hepatitis D can include exposure to blood or blood products (such as through infected needles used for tattoos or body piercing), as well as exposure to other infected bodily fluids (such as semen or saliva).

Diagnosing Hepatitis D

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 09:33:07 CDT

Diagnosing Hepatitis D
A hepatitis D diagnosis begins with taking the patient's medical history and performing a physical exam. This eMedTV article describes other tests a doctor may use as part of diagnosing hepatitis D (for example, liver enzyme tests).

Hepatitis D Incubation Period

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 18:23:42 CDT

Hepatitis D Incubation Period
This eMedTV page covers the hepatitis D incubation period (or the time between transmission of the hepatitis D virus and the start of symptoms of hepatitis D). This page discusses how long this period lasts and when a person starts to be contagious.

Hepatitis D Prevention

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 11:58:05 CDT

Hepatitis D Prevention
This eMedTV page explains that hepatitis D prevention involves getting the hepatitis B vaccine and avoiding high-risk behaviors such as shooting drugs and sharing razors, washcloths, or other objects that may have an infected person's blood on them.

Hepatitis D Symptoms

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 15:08:15 CDT

Hepatitis D Symptoms
This eMedTV resource describes some possible symptoms of hepatitis D (such as muscle pain and diarrhea), and also provides information on how long it takes for hepatitis D symptoms to develop and how long they may last.

Hepatitis D Transmission

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 18:31:35 CDT

Hepatitis D Transmission
The hepatitis D virus is spread through contact with blood or other infected bodily fluids. This eMedTV page covers the ways in which hepatitis D transmission can occur (such as through unprotected sex with an infected person or sharing drug needles).

Hepatitis D Treatment

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 19:02:44 CDT

Hepatitis D Treatment
This eMedTV page outlines hepatitis D treatment options (including supportive care and liver transplantation). This page also lists things a person with chronic hepatitis D can do to stay healthy during and after treatment (like avoiding unsafe sex).

Hepatitis D

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 19:28:38 CDT

Hepatitis D
Hepatitis D is a disease of the liver that can cause joint pain, dark urine, nausea, and other symptoms. This eMedTV page gives an overview of this disease (which is caused by the hepatitis D virus), noting how it's spread and how it can be treated.

Hepatitus D

Sat, 23 Jun 2007 08:56:19 CDT

Hepatitus D
As this eMedTV resource explains, hepatitis D is one of several types of viral hepatitis. This article gives an overview of this disease of the liver -- and also provides a link to more information. Hepatitus B is a common misspelling of hepatitis D.

Causes of Hepatitis E

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 17:35:06 CDT

Causes of Hepatitis E
What are some examples of hepatitis E causes? This eMedTV page explains that hepatitis E is commonly spread through oral contact with something that has been contaminated with the stool of someone infected with the hepatitis E virus.

Hepatitis E Diagnosis

Sun, 8 Apr 2007 20:52:56 CDT

Hepatitis E Diagnosis
This eMedTV Web page lists some of the tests that a doctor may use as part of a hepatitis E diagnosis (including antibody tests). This article also lists some of the conditions that can share similar symptoms with hepatitis E (such as liver cancer).

Hepatitis E Prevention

Sun, 8 Apr 2007 21:13:11 CDT

Hepatitis E Prevention
Hepatitis E prevention involves practicing good hygiene and avoiding high-risk situations. This eMedTV page lists other steps a person can take as part of preventing hepatitis E, like avoiding shellfish that live in contaminated waters.

Hepatitis E Symptoms

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 18:05:39 CDT

Hepatitis E Symptoms
Hepatitis E symptoms can include nausea, muscle pain, and a low-grade fever. This page on the eMedTV site lists a number of other possible symptoms and explains that symptoms of hepatitis E are indistinguishable from hepatitis A symptoms.

Hepatitis E Transmission

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 18:07:38 CDT

Hepatitis E Transmission
Hepatitis E transmission can occur in a number of ways. This eMedTV article lists some specific activities that can spread hepatitis E, such as sharing eating utensils that are contaminated and eating or drinking contaminated food or water.

Hepatitis E Treatment

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 18:10:52 CDT

Hepatitis E Treatment
As this eMedTV page explains, there are currently no hepatitis E treatment options available that can cure the condition. As part of treatment of hepatitis E, you should exercise regularly, get plenty of rest, and avoid alcohol, among other things.

Hepatitis E

Sun, 15 Apr 2007 11:25:42 CDT

Hepatitis E
Hepatitis E, a liver disease most often seen in young-to-middle-aged adults, can cause diarrhea and nausea. This eMedTV page lists other possible hepatitis E symptoms (like fatigue), and also covers hepatitis E diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Types of Viral Hepatitis

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 19:33:38 CDT

Types of Viral Hepatitis
The types of viral hepatitis include hepatitis A, B, C, D, E, and G. This segment of the eMedTV Web site takes an in-depth look at each kind, explaining how it is transmitted, the nature of the infection, treatment options, and more.

Viral Hepatitis Causes

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 15:17:00 CDT

Viral Hepatitis Causes
All viral hepatitis causes are the same -- infection with the hepatitis virus is what causes the condition. This eMedTV resource lists the types of viruses that cause each form of hepatitis and includes links to more detailed information.

Viral Hepatitis Diagnosis

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 15:27:58 CDT

Viral Hepatitis Diagnosis
When making a viral hepatitis diagnosis, as this eMedTV Web page explains, a healthcare provider will ask questions, perform a physical exam, and do certain tests. For example, special blood tests can be used to help confirm the disease.

Viral Hepatitis Prevention

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 15:42:44 CDT

Viral Hepatitis Prevention
As this eMedTV page explains, viral hepatitis prevention methods include practicing safe sex, not taking IV drugs, and avoiding other high-risk situations. Links to information on preventing specific types of viral hepatitis are also included.

Viral Hepatitis Symptoms

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 16:01:16 CDT

Viral Hepatitis Symptoms
Viral hepatitis symptoms include headache, loss of appetite, dark-colored urine, and jaundice. This eMedTV segment offers an in-depth discussion on the symptoms, including when they are likely to occur and complications they can cause.

Viral Hepatitis Transmission

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 16:13:33 CDT

Viral Hepatitis Transmission
Viral hepatitis transmission can occur in several ways, as this eMedTV article explains, such as through infected bodily fluids. In addition, some types are more easily spread through certain means than others, which this article also explains.

Viral Hepatitis Treatment

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 16:21:00 CDT

Viral Hepatitis Treatment
The exact viral hepatitis treatment that a person requires will depend on the type. This page of the eMedTV Web site provides an overview on treatment options for viral hepatitis and includes links to treatment for specific virus types.

Viral Hepatitis

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 15:47:40 CDT

Viral Hepatitis
Viral hepatitis is liver inflammation caused by a virus. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at the various forms of viral hepatitis -- hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E -- including information on treatment and prevention of these viruses.

Viral Hepatitus

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 15:38:29 CDT

Viral Hepatitus
Viral hepatitis, as this eMedTV Web page explains, results from an infection with a hepatitis virus. This page also briefly lists a few symptoms that are seen with the disease. Viral hepatitus is a common misspelling of viral hepatitis.