Articles related to "Viral Hepatitis"

Viral hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. It is common worldwide, and in England and Wales during 1991, over 9,000 cases were identified.

A substance from a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine is effective in addressing inflammation and infection specific to the liver.

An historical perspective of hepatitis caused by the viruses of hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, hepatitis D, hepatitis E and hepatitis G

With more sophisticated diagnostic techniques, physicians are able to diagnose autoimmune liver diseases in their early stages, a time when symptoms overlap.

The word hepatitis simply means an inflammation of the liver without pinpointing a specific cause.

Patients with viral and autoimmune hepatitis are at increased risk for developing several different autoimmune disorders.

Many people are aware of the contagious Hepatitis C. However, there are seven additional forms of hepatitis in existence that few people are aware of.

In the US, treatment for chronic hepatitis C is currently limited to interferon and ribavirin. At least one non-prescription supplement may prove useful, as well.

This article describes the three basic subtypes seen in autoimmune hepatitis and explains how their particular disease courses differ.

The average American diet is deficient in vitamin B5. There are a myriad of symptoms associated with this deficiency. Supplementation can yield many health benefits.

Medications such as penicillin and methotrexate are well known causes of autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA). Recently, metformin and lecithin have been added to the list.

Dark circles around the eyes, also known as periorbital melanosis or periorbital hyperpigmentation, is a common cosmetic problem, seen more in females than in males.

Jaundice is a symptom that usually warrants medical attention. What are the various ways the eyes and skin can turn a characteristic yellow color?

Recreational drugs, such as cocaine, amphetamine, marijuana, and heroin have all been implicated in autoimmune disease development and progression.

The Holy Basil, known as the Tulsi in India, is sometimes termed "The Mother Medicine of Nature," due to its many health benefits.

A popular oral supplement especially for colds and flu, vitamin C has also been used intravenously. Is there a scientific basis to this controversial therapy?

A very useful essential oil for chest congestions and viral infections of all types, Ravensara is considered safe for use with children and great for family home care.

Tranverse myelitis is an inflammatory neurological condition that can occur in multiple sclerosis, vasculitis and other autoimmune conditions.

Know the risks involved when a person chooses to engage in unsafe or unprotected sex, in order not to end up getting a sexually-transmitted infection(s).

Yellow fever is caused by a virus transmitted by the bite of a mosquito during a blood meal. The disease may be mild or severe resulting in death in 5-70% of those infect

Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) is a demyelinating autoimmune condition that causes episodes of muscle weakness and vision loss. NMO antibodies are key to diagnosis.

Herbal medicine works on flu in two ways: by building the immune system, and using antiviral herbs. This article looks at the most important antiviral herbs.

The liver is a vital organ, located just below your diaphragm, which does a number of key tasks essential to continuation of a healthy life.