A Liver biopsy is a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the liver to collect a sample of liver tissue.Thereafter it is analyzed by specialist pathologists to diagnose and/or stage a variety of disorders of the liver. When is a Liver biopsy needed? A liver biopsy is most often done in one of […]
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The alcohol-related liver disease is a major health complication that majority of the Indians face. This ailment is mainly caused due to the excessive consumption of alcohol by a person. However, studies also reveal a very interesting and complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and social factors which contribute to development, progression, and consequences of alcohol‐related […]
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Hepatitis B Infection during pregnancy is a major health issue. It needs immediate care and monitoring to ensure that the infection doesn’t spread to the baby in the womb. The important aspects to be taken into consideration are – the effects of the hepatitis virus on the mother and the fetus, the course of the […]
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There is a Vaccine which is Hepatitis A Inactivated and Hepatitis B recombinant vaccine. It is branded as Twinrix. It is a vaccine which gives active immunity from both hepatitis A and B viruses. It is provided in a series of three injections on the same schedule as it is for a hepatitis B vaccine. […]
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Hepatitis C is a viral infection that causes liver inflammation, sometimes leading to serious liver damage. The hepatitis C virus (HCV) spreads through contaminated blood. Liver infection which is long lasting and chronic is usually caused by Hepatitis C virus. It starts as acute hepatitis which begins in the 1st six months from exposure to […]
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Vaccinations are the best way to prevent Hepatitis A. it is recommended for all children aged 12 months or even older, for people traveling to certain risky countries and also for people who are at high risk of infection with this virus.The hepatitis vaccine is provided as 2 shots , 6 months apart. This vaccine […]
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If you have symptoms then most probably you are suffering from acute hepatitis. The first thing to be done is to consult a good Gastroenterologist for the evaluation and to get your blood investigations done. If it comes out to be positive then the most important thing is to improve sanitation; strict personal hygiene and regular hand […]
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Viral hepatitis can be broadly divided into two groups based on the duration of the infection whether less/more than 6 months. The classifications are Acute Hepatitis and Chronic Hepatitis. Diagnosis of acute viral hepatitis can be made clinically as well as by blood investigations. Signs and Symptoms associated with Viral Hepatitis: Clinically patient presents with […]
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Hepatitis is a general term used for inflammation of the liver. It may result from various causes; including infectious- viral, bacterial, fungal and parasitic organisms and non-infectious causes like alcohol, drugs, autoimmune diseases and metabolic diseases. Viral Hepatitis is the most common and deadly form of hepatitis.Viral hepatitis is caused by; Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis […]
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Hepatitis refers to inflammatory disorders of the liver. The liver is located in the right upper area of the abdomen. It performs many critical functions that affect metabolism throughout the body, including bile production, which is essential to digestion, filtering of toxins from the body, excretion of bilirubin, cholesterol, hormones, and drugs. The liver also […]
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Hepatitis is a growing epidemic that is gripping our country today. Majority of the patients are undiagnosed or even misdiagnosed. Viral Hepatitis has been considered as a major health issue not just in India but worldwide. According to WHO estimates, around 52 million Indians are infected with various forms of Hepatitis and around 40 million […]
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Hepatitis is a major issue that is gripping the world. Latest studies by WHO highlight that there are more than 52 million Indians infected with Hepatitis at present and majority of them are not diagnosed for the same. The most common forms of Hepatitis found in India are Hepatitis A, B and C. A staggering […]
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Hepatitis C is a type of viral infection that attacks and harms the liver. It is considered to be one of the dangerous hepatitis virus which may lead to liver transplant also if not treated at the right time or even may lead to death. In most cases, hepatitis C is curable, so it’s important […]
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Most common liver function tests which most of the laboratories perform include total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, enzymes which includes SGOPT, SGPT, Alkaline Phosphatase, Gamma Glut amyl Transaminase, Total Protein and Albumin. Apart from these tests USG abdomen is also needed to rule out structural diseases which cannot be picked by these tests. After these tests, based upon abnormalities and suspicion further […]
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Peptic ulcers are commonly asymptomatic- this means that the ailment has no symptoms and are silent, but can progress fast. Symptomatic peptic ulcers most commonly present with epigastric (pain that is localized to the region of the upper abdomen immediately below the ribs) pain or food-provoked epigastric discomfort and fullness, early satiety, and nausea. Complications […]
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Diarrhoea in adults is a common every-day condition all over the world. Besides acute infectious diarrhoea, the defination also includes many intestinal conditions that may present as diarrhoea. In general, the diarrhoea can be classified into watery diarrhoea and bloody diarrhoea by their gross stool appearance. The watery diarrhoea is managed by rehydration therapy with […]
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Heartburn is one of the most common complaints encountered by gastroenterologists. It is the classic symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease, where patients generally report a burning feeling, rising from the stomach or lower chest and radiating toward the neck, throat, and occasionally the back. It occurs post-meal, particularly after large meals or after ingesting spicy […]
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a group of symptoms—including abdominal pain and changes in the pattern of bowel movements without any evidence of underlying damage. About 10 to 15% of people in the developed world are believed to be affected by IBS. This is a chronic disorder which can last for years or lifelong. It […]
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Gas is a very non-specific symptom. Patient may complain of pain, swelling, lump, diarrhoea, constipation and even heart pain. So the first step is to interpret the exact meaning of what the patient is referring to- the point of his discomfort. Most commonly gas is used for recurrent eructation’s, feeling of abdominal distension, excessive flatus, […]
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Men usually suffer less from gastrointestinal diseases as a whole. There are few GI diseases where men lead ahead of women. The most important are related to alcohol consumption and it’s ill effects on liver and pancreas causing life threatening diseases like liver cirrhosis/hepatitis, acute and chronic pancreatitis. According to studies 25% of the men […]
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Gastro issues such as gas, indigestion, heartburn and changes in bowel habits are common in men. These disorders are often minor that resolve with lifestyle modification and/or medication. However, sometimes there may be serious underlying disease. Gas Gas is the probably the most common complaint encountered by gastroenterologists in clinical practice. However, it must be […]
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Liver is the largest internal organ of the body and weighs approximately 1.5 Kg. It is a major participant and contributor in the digestive process of the body. The liver is also responsible for detoxifying the chemicals and the drugs. It is also involved in the formulation of proteins that control the blood clotting and […]
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In the ’90s, little was known about the condition called ‘fatty liver’ in a nonalcoholic individual. When I was graduating at a medical college, I used to ignore this topic, and subsequently, used to tell my patients , “Don’t worry, it’s not a problem at all”. Many radiologists actually would not report this condition on […]
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400 million people are infected with Hepatitis worldwide. Hepatitis is responsible for 400 deaths per day and also accounts for 80% of liver cancers. On the occasion of World Hepatitis Day, Dr Rajnish Monga, has a conversation with Paras Blog Editors. It is believed that a simple blood test can save over 80% of Hepatitis C and […]
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Where does India stand when it comes to Hepatitis? India stands in the intermediate zone in case of Hepatitis B, that is, 3-5% of population suffers from Hepatitis B. Prevalence studies of Hepatitis C show a prevalence of 1% in general population. Hepatitis E is the most common cause of jaundice epidemics. Hepatitis E in […]
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Even though evidence-based medicine has flourished world over during the past few decades, and medical science has gone a long way to release itself from myths, our country is yet to get over from them. There are lots of misconceptions about hepatitis in our general population. Many believe that only those who drink are at […]
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