Hepatitis B and C are viral diseases that affect the liver and are transmitted in various ways. Hepatitis B is transmitted through blood, sexual contact and from mother to child. Hepatitis C spreads mainly by parenteral paths, that is, through the blood. Both diseases require special attention, since they can lead to chronic liver lesions.

Viral hepatitis C is considered one of the main causes of chronic liver diseases. Most cases of infection occur as a result of medical interventions, such as surgery, dentistry or cosmetological procedures, especially in institutions with non -compliance with sanitary norms. At the same time, acute hepatitis C often occurs asymptomatic, which complicates its diagnosis. If the disease is detected at an early stage, treatment with modern drugs gives a high chance of complete recovery.

Hepatitis B, unlike hepatitis C, is not completely curable, but can be effectively controlled with lifelong therapy. Vaccination is the best way to prevent hepatitis B, which has significantly reduced the number of cases of infection in countries with developed medicine. Hepatitis C vaccines do not yet exist, so the main prevention is to minimize risks: the use of sterile instruments, refusal of drugs and avoiding random sexual intercourse.

Hepatitis symptoms can be diverse. The most well-known symptom is jaundice, which occurs due to the accumulation of bilirubin in the blood.. However, there are also a mash form that may resemble the beginning of the flu: fever, headache, general weakness. Pain in the right hypochondrium associated with an increase in the liver may also indicate the problem.

To prevent liver disease, it is important not only to avoid viral infections, but also to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Limiting alcohol, eating healthy, and maintaining a healthy weight will help reduce stress on the liver..

In addition, it is necessary to remember other types of hepatitis. For example, hepatitis A, known as Botkin's disease, is transmitted through contaminated water and food products. This form of the disease, unlike hepatitis B and C, has a less severe course, but also requires attention.

Timely prevention and awareness will help protect liver health and avoid serious complications.

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