Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Hepatitis and Liver Diseases

Hepatitis occurs due to the inflammation in tissues of liver caused due to viral infection which can harm the organ which may further leads to cirrhosis, fibrosis and liver cancer. Hepatitis is a devastating that progress slowly but results in damage of the liver. Hepatitis A is the most common cause’s acute hepatitis in children in Middle East. Establishment of HBV vaccination to cover all neonates and high-risk group, screening of donor blood can help in improving the case. Recent progression in treating hepatitis based on steady enhancements can change it to new forthcoming treatments that can be possibly relieved. Liver diseases can be acquired (hereditary) or brought about by an assortment of components that harm the liver, for example, as infections and alcohol use. Obesity is also associated with liver damage. After some time, harm to the liver brings about scarring (cirrhosis), which can lead to liver failure, a life-threatening condition.