Author: Saroj Kumari

Hepatitis Hepatitis is a disease that has symptoms in the form of inflammation of the liver. This condition can occur due to viral infections, alcohol consumption, exposure to toxic substances or certain drugs. The types are divided into two based on their nature, namely acute and chronic. The acute type can occur suddenly in a relatively short period of time. While chronic develops slowly and is a long-term condition. Unfortunately, both disrupt various body functions, especially those related to metabolism. This happens because the liver plays an important role in the body’s metabolism, such as producing bile, breaking down various…

Hepatitis E Hepatitis E is a type of hepatitis that causes inflammation and damage to the liver. The hepatitis E virus that causes it has different strains that spread in different ways. Some types of viruses are spread by drinking contaminated water, while others are spread through undercooked meat. Hepatitis E usually causes an acute, or short-term, infection. In most cases, the body recovers and fights off the infection and the virus goes away. People with acute hepatitis E usually get better without treatment after a few weeks. However, hepatitis E can also occur in a chronic or long-term form. This…

What is Hepatitis D? Hepatitis D is a type of hepatitis that occurs due to infection with the hepatitis D virus (delta virus). This disease is also often called delta hepatitis. Just like other types of hepatitis, this disease is also characterized by inflammation of the liver. This disease is more unique than other types of hepatitis. Because someone can only be infected if they have been infected with hepatitis B. Because HDV uses the hepatitis B virus to replicate. Transmission can occur in two ways, namely simultaneously with Hepatitis B and Hepatitis D (co-infection). It can also be through…

What is Hepatitis C? Hepatitis C is one of the diseases that can attack the liver. The disease caused by this virus can trigger infection and inflammation in the liver. This disease generally does not show symptoms in the early stages. Even if it does appear, the symptoms are almost similar to other diseases. These symptoms include always feeling tired, achy, and having no appetite. Hepatitis C virus can cause both acute and chronic infections. Acute hepatitis C is a short-term infection that can last up to 6 months. This infection is usually asymptomatic and rarely causes death. About 15–45 percent of…

What is Hepatitis B? Hepatitis B is a contagious liver disease caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). This virus is one type of many viruses that attack the liver. There are 2 forms, namely: Acute hepatitis B virus infection: a temporary illness. Occurs during the first 6 months after a person is exposed to HBV. Acute infection can lead to chronic infection, although not always. Chronic hepatitis B virus infection: a long-term disease. Occurs when the virus persists in a person’s body. Acute hepatitis B disease occurs more often in adults, while chronic hepatitis B is more common in infants and…