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An Overview On The Various Types Of Hepatitis Disease

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Hepatitis is a disease of the liver characterized by inflammation. This condition is very common with less emphasis on it. It is more common than human immune virus (HIV)/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). It is also deadly. Causes Of Hepatitis Hepatitis is caused by living and non living agents. The living agents are hepatitis A, B, C, D and E virus which have been well documented and recognized by the world health organisation (WHO). Hepatitis G is a recent discovery with little known about it. Non living agents include alcohol, medication, drugs, toxins, and autoimmune disease. All the causes have similar signs and symptoms. The symptoms include jaundice, dark urine, extreme fatigue, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. Some do resolve on their own while others may progress to chronic stages. Such scenarios include scarring, cirrhosis or liver cancer. This can eventually cause death. Liver image Virus Viral hepatitis are more common than the other causes. Hep...

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