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hepatocellular hepatitis

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Hepatocellular hepatitis is a form of hepatitis that primarily affects the hepatocytes, or liver cells. This inflammation can be caused by various agents, including viruses, drugs, and environmental factors.1

Acute hepatocellular hepatitis is often caused by specific viruses like hepatitis A, B, and C. Symptoms can range from mild or asymptomatic to flu-like illness, abdominal pain, and jaundice. While most acute cases are self-limiting, some can lead to chronic active hepatitis if the inflammation persists for six months or more. This chronic form involves progressive destruction of liver cells and can eventually lead to cirrhosis and an increased risk of liver cancer. Treatment for chronic viral hepatitis B and C may involve interferon, while autoimmune forms can be managed with immunosuppressive medications.12

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  1. digestive system disease - Acute hepatocellular hepatitis
  2. digestive system disease - Chronic active hepatitis

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