Hepatitis

Autoimmune Hepatitis (AIH)

What Is Autoimmune Hepatitis? Autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) is when your immune system — your body’s main defense against germs — attacks your liver cells. Your doctor may also call it autoimmune chronic hepatitis. It’s a liver disease that you need to monitor for life. There’s no cure for autoimmune hepatitis, but treatment can help you manage your symptoms and prevent damage to …

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Liver Function Test

What Is a Liver Function Test? A liver function test is one of a group of tests that check levels of certain enzymes and other proteins in your blood. Some of the tests look for enzymes that you’d find in your blood only when your liver is damaged or has a disease. Others check that …

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Hepatomegaly

What Is Hepatomegaly? Hepatomegaly is an enlarged liver, which means it’s swollen beyond its usual size. Your liver has a lot of important jobs. It helps clean your blood by getting rid of harmful chemicals that your body makes. It makes a liquid called bile, which helps you break down fat from food. And it …

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Hepatitis A (Hep A)

What Is Hepatitis A? Hepatitis A, also called hep A, is a contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. Some people have only a mild illness that lasts a few weeks. Others have more severe problems that can last months. You usually get the disease when you eat or drink something contaminated by …

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