Understanding the Different Types of Liver Diseases and Their Treatment in India
A prime global concern to have
and to address is liver disease. The liver is essentially part of the body that
works to detoxify the system, metabolize nutrients into energy, and produce
some essential proteins. When liver function is compromised, its dysfunction
can range from moderate liver failure to life-threatening diseases. In India,
types of liver diseases abound; some present similar treatment options and management
techniques as do others.
Hepatitis (A, B, C, D, E):
Hepatitis is the most common liver disease
in India, which occurs because of viral infections. The majority of
Hepatitis A and E occur because of contaminated food and water. However,
Hepatitis B, C, and D occur due to the contamination from blood and body
fluids. If not treated, chronic Hepatitis B and C leads to cirrhosis and cancer
of the liver.
In India, antiviral drugs like
Entecavir for Hepatitis
B are available, and direct-acting antivirals, known as DAAs for
Hepatitis C, along with vaccines for Hepatitis A and B, must be used to prevent
their infections.
Cirrhosis: It
refers to the scarring of the liver tissue caused due to long-term damage by
alcohol abuse, viral hepatitis, or fatty liver disease. This condition can
result in liver failure and several complications such as varices, ascites, and
hepatic encephalopathy.
Fatty
Liver Disease (NAFLD/NASH): NAFLD and NASH are increasingly
common in India due to the increasing prevalence of obesity and diabetes. In
these conditions, excess fat accumulates in the liver, which can lead to
inflammation of the liver and cirrhosis.
Liver
Cancer: This is another form of liver disease which may arise as a
consequence of chronic liver disease. This cancer may result as a complication
of cirrhosis, hepatitis B or C, or fatty liver disease.
Autoimmune
Hepatitis: Autoimmune hepatitis is an extremely rare condition
wherein the immune system of the body is attacking the liver and hence causing
inflammation and damage to it.
Diverse liver diseases exist
in the country of India, offering it a whole array of therapeutic options that
help to keep these diseases under control. Whether by antiviral drugs,
lifestyle changes, or procedures such as transplanting livers, there is
comprehensive treatment of disease in this country, particularly due to early
detection and its treatment with subsequent improvement of the patients.
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