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Hepatitis

Hepatitis

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This episode is a comprehensive overview of hepatitis, a liver inflammation caused by various factors including viral infections, alcohol use, medications, and autoimmune diseases.


Our sources:

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/hepatitis

https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/index.html


They describe the five primary viral strains (A, B, C, D, E), outlining their transmission methods, potential for acute or chronic illness, and varying symptoms that range from mild to severe, including jaundice and fatigue. Furthermore, the texts discuss diagnostic approaches, treatment options such as vaccines for some types and antivirals for others, and strategies for prevention, emphasizing the significant global health impact and economic burden of this condition.


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