liver abnormality diagnosed hepititis suspected
2006-06-29 22:15:56 · 13 answers · asked by Geoff B 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
It depeneds on the type I.E A , B ,C can be fatal but is very treatable.in most cases it will be in your blood after you cured so you can pass it on.but you wont get sick again
2006-06-29 22:19:32 · answer #1 · answered by icedragon1420 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hepatitis C is often called a "hidden disease" or "silent epidemic" because those infected with HCV are often unaware for 10-30 years after exposure. The symptoms of HCV are easy to misdiagnose and often resemble the flu or a variety of other conditions. When symptoms are present they can include extreme fatique, nausea, liver pain, and depression.
Risk Factors for Hepatitis C
Those who received blood transfusions or organ transplants prior to 1992.
Women face unique risks, particularly women who underwent C-section delivery prior to 1992.
Intravenous drug use (even once), and possibly intranasal use of cocaine or other drugs.
Long-term hemodialysis patients.
Those who received clotting factor prior to 1987.
Sharing razors, toothbrushes, or other products that could contain blood with an infected person.
If your mother was infected at the time of your birth.
Healthcare workers exposed to needle sticks, sharps, or mucosal exposure to HCV-positive blood.
Unprotected sex with multiple partners, or history of STDs.
Unsanitary tattooing or body piercing.
Testing and Diagnosis
Earlier this year, the FDA approved the first home test for hepatitis C. The kit is called the Hepatitis C Check and is manufactured by the Home Access Health Company. The kit includes instructions for use, a personal identification number, a lancet for obtaining a drop of blood, filter paper, and a mailer. The blood sample is collected on the filter paper and sent to the laboratory for testing. The lab uses a FDA-licensed test for antibodies to HCV and comfirms any positive samples with a different FDA-licensed test for antibiodies to HCV. The results are available to the consumer withing 4-10 business days after receipt and can be obtained by phone from either an automated phone system or a healthcare counselor.
Home Access Health also provides a telemedicine service that offers education and counseling about HCV, and referal to a physician. Those who test positive will need to see a physician for further evaluation and to determine whether the infection is currently active.
Treatment of Hepatitis C
The good news is that there are several treatments for HCV including Rebetron® which was approved late last year by the FDA for use in previously untreated patients. This treatment is a combination therapy which consists of Intron A and Rebetol capsules. Your physician will decide whether this treatment or another therapy is best for you.
2006-06-30 05:19:34 · answer #2 · answered by viper4in 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yup.. Hepatitis is an inflammation of liver by virus. Common viruses are hepatitis A and hepatitis B.
Hepatitis A is thought to spread by virus from infected person's faeces, food and drinking water.
Hepatitis B is spread through blood transfusion, blood products and infected needles.
Now a days it is more prevalent in male homosexuals. It is more serious having bad prognosis. In many cases virus persists for years and may lead to chronic form.
Symptoms include loss appitite, fatigue and jaundice. Diagnosis is made by indentification of virus..
2006-06-30 11:04:09 · answer #3 · answered by mercury 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hepatitis can cause liver cirrhosis, liver failure, and in some cases, liver cancer. Not everyone develops these problems. Many with hepatitis have no more than mild symptoms. It is best to be followed by a doctor.
2006-06-30 05:20:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can be very dangerous. There are different types of hepatitis and how dangerous depends on the type and how well it responds to treatment. You need to find out if it is hepatitis and the type.
2006-06-30 05:22:30 · answer #5 · answered by Seikilos 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can be fatal if not treated. Also depends on which strain you have. Treatments are very successful for hepatatis A and B. C is tougher to treat and anything D and after is a nightmare.
2006-06-30 05:20:03 · answer #6 · answered by J Somethingorother 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most of the of hepititis are dangerous... they damage the liver... dont smoke.... latter stage it damages the intestine... :)
2006-06-30 05:20:14 · answer #7 · answered by barath_fbi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its contagious, it is dangerous. The patient's items such as bottles, plates, toiletries, should be separated. And sexual activity can trigger spread it. So, aviod it.
2006-06-30 05:53:44 · answer #8 · answered by azan_anwar 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is potentially dangerous. If you are not taking treatment, watch what you eat and lower your stress level.
2006-06-30 05:19:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh god yes. Get in a tax now and get to A & E. Are you still reading?
2006-06-30 05:17:42 · answer #10 · answered by thecharleslloyd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋