Hepatitis Articles A-Z
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
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.
| Liver Biopsy |
As this video clip explains, a liver biopsy is a procedure in which a small piece of tissue is removed from your liver, and then studied under a microscope to check for signs of liver inflammation and damage.
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.
| Tests for Hepatitis C |
This video outlines some of the tests that may be recommended when looking for hepatitis C.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.