Hepatitis

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, usually caused by a virus. It can range in severity from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a more serious and life-threatening condition. It is spread through contact with blood and body fluids, contaminated food and water, and sexual contact. The most common types of hepatitis are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. Treatment depends on the type of hepatitis and tends to involve rest, a healthy diet, and medications. Vaccines are available to protect against hepatitis A and B. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent infection.

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Interest of Confirmation Tests in the Diagnosis of Viral Hepatitis C to Blood Donors in Abidjan-Côte d'Ivoire

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Excellent Completion Rate of 8-Weeks Hepatitis C Treatment in Prison; Results of French National Study.

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Role of Tie2, CD14, Angiopoietin as Angiogenetic Markers in Hepatocellular Carcinoma Complicating Hepatitis C Virus Infection

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Factors Influencing Hospital Cleaners’ Knowledge and Practices toward Hepatitis B prevention in Northern Province of Rwanda

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