Hepatitis "B", is a disease caused by a virus which is transmitted by the same pathways that the virus " HIV "(contact with blood, semen, or other liquid body of an infected person), once infected with this virus, the infection leads for life and can even cause liver cancer.
Liver inflammation (hepatitis) can be caused by viral or toxic agents. We have identified five viruses that multiply in liver cells that vary in their modes of transmission and long-term effects they cause.
In the case of hepatitis A, the virus that causes it is found in the feces of infected people. Usually transmitted by eating food that has been contaminated with feces of infected people. It is said that this type of hepatitis is mild, it does not cause chronic disease. The best prevention is through vaccination against hepatitis "A".
hepatitis viruses B and C are responsible for more than 80 percent of cases of liver cancer. Between 55% and 85% of people with hepatitis C develop chronic infection, while 6% of those infected after age 5 suffer from long-term effects. Both viruses are transmitted through contaminated blood, but the Hepatitis "B" is also found in semen and vaginal fluids. For hepatitis "B" there is a highly effective vaccine that prevents it, but there is no vaccine available to prevent hepatitis "C".
Why should we care about your liver? 10 reasons I think the most important ..
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One of the most interesting things about the liver is the only organ that receives blood from two sources. A source from the stomach and intestines and is full of nutrients. The other comes from the heart and contains oxygen. The liver acts as a blood filter that gets it:
Hepatitis B can make you feel like you have flu, symptoms include fatigue
In the case of hepatitis A, the virus that causes it is found in the feces of infected people. Usually transmitted by eating food that has been contaminated with feces of infected people. It is said that this type of hepatitis is mild, it does not cause chronic disease. The best prevention is through vaccination against hepatitis "A".
hepatitis viruses B and C are responsible for more than 80 percent of cases of liver cancer. Between 55% and 85% of people with hepatitis C develop chronic infection, while 6% of those infected after age 5 suffer from long-term effects. Both viruses are transmitted through contaminated blood, but the Hepatitis "B" is also found in semen and vaginal fluids. For hepatitis "B" there is a highly effective vaccine that prevents it, but there is no vaccine available to prevent hepatitis "C".
Why should we care about your liver? 10 reasons I think the most important ..
- The liver helps clean the blood of drugs, hormones and other chemicals that can damage the body.
- The liver breaks down and removes germs and other invaders that have made it through the walls of the digestive tract and entered the blood.
- The liver acts as a filter toxins from the small intestine and the rest of the body.
- helps the body use food and nutrients.
- helps maintain the balance of glucose, protein, fat, cholesterol, hormones and vitamins in the body.
- The liver produces bile, a substance needed to digest fat.
- produces amino acids, triglycerides, cholesterol and glucose.
- Stores vitamins, minerals and glycogen (a form of glucose which provides energy to the body),
- Gets iron from red blood cells.
- Involved in blood clotting.
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One of the most interesting things about the liver is the only organ that receives blood from two sources. A source from the stomach and intestines and is full of nutrients. The other comes from the heart and contains oxygen. The liver acts as a blood filter that gets it: - eliminates germs and foreign substances from the blood it receives from the stomach and intestines and allows nutrients to pass from the blood into liver cells (hepatocytes) and vice versa.
- Once the blood passes through the liver, circulates throughout the body and nourishes.
Hepatitis B can make you feel like you have flu, symptoms include fatigue
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- Fever Nausea
- appetite loss Stomach pain Diarrhea
- darkening of urine spots on the skin
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- colored droppings
- yellowing of the eyes and skin
- Some people have no symptoms.
How I can know if I am infected with hepatitis B virus?
- With a clinical trial called Panel Viral Hepatitis B: A sample of blood for Hepatitis B markers
- Liver biopsy: The doctor removes a tiny piece of liver through a needle. That piece of liver was studied for signs of hepatitis B and liver damage.
can protect yourself and protect others against Hepatitis "B" taking into account the following recommendations: - Vaccinate against Hepatitis B, to teach your body to attack the virus .
- use condoms when having sex
- not share needles with anyone
- Wear gloves if you come in contact with the blood of another person
- not use the toothbrush, ratrillo razor or another person or anything else that may come in contact with their blood.
- Ensure that any tattoo or piercing (piercing) you wish-fulfillment in any part of your body, is done with clean tools and places approved by the health department.
How often should I get vaccinated?
The hepatitis B vaccine is given in three injections. All infants should receive it. Infants receive their first shot within 12 hours of birth. The second injection is applied between 1 and 2 months old, and the third between 6 and 18 months of age.
From the age of 12 should be vaccinated later than 30 days after the first shot must apply yourself to strengthen and then every 5 years.
The Hepatitis B vaccine, only applies to people who have not contracted the virus.
Is the vaccine safe?
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The hepatitis B vaccine is given in three injections. All infants should receive it. Infants receive their first shot within 12 hours of birth. The second injection is applied between 1 and 2 months old, and the third between 6 and 18 months of age. From the age of 12 should be vaccinated later than 30 days after the first shot must apply yourself to strengthen and then every 5 years.
The Hepatitis B vaccine, only applies to people who have not contracted the virus.
Is the vaccine safe?
hepatitis vaccines are generally well tolerated. After injection, the most common complaints are pain (spontaneous or palpation), redness, swelling, heat or irritation at the injection site (arm). Some people have experienced fever, fatigue, headache, nausea or diarrhea. Serious reactions are rare but can occur. Discuss the possible side effects with your doctor. Like all vaccines, administration of Hepatitis Vaccine may not protect 100% of people who receive it.
If you need more information about the vaccine against hepatitis "A and B", go to your nearest health center or see your doctor you trust .
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