There are several different types of viruses that cause hepatitis, including hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. Liver illnesses are extremely common these days because some individuals inherit them from their parents’ genes while others are brought on by drinking too much alcohol or eating too much fat. Numerous liver disorders, including diabetes, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, might develop if it is not treated in a timely manner.

One genetically inherited illness that negatively affects the organs is cystic fibrosis. By leading a healthy lifestyle, abstaining from alcohol, and adhering to the right routine and diet as suggested by the dietician, these diseases can be avoided.

Dr. K. Chandra Kant, a consultant medical gastroenterologist at Manipal Hospitals in Vijayawada, said in an interview with HT Lifestyle that “viral hepatitis refers to liver disease brought on by both infectious and non-infectious sources. Hepatitis viruses (A, B, C, D, and E), HSV, and CMV are examples of infectious causes. Alcohol, pharmaceuticals like Ayurveda, homeopathy, anti-tuberculosis medications, Wilson’s disease, and autoimmune hepatitis are examples of non-infectious causes. Hepatitis A and E often induce acute infections from which the body may quickly recover, however Hepatitis B, C, and D can result in both acute and chronic illnesses. While the majority of people recover, there are a number of ways to guarantee that liver damage caused by viral hepatitis is prevented, such as early detection and therapies that stop liver cancer and progressive damage.”

He has mentioned a few guidelines for lifestyle modifications and safety measures to minimize liver damage from viral hepatitis.

1. Make sure the water is clean before drinking it. It is advisable to install water purifiers with UV, RO, and/or mechanical filtration that use candle-type filters rather than doing it on your own. The majority of commercially marketed water purifiers come with built-in candle filters.

2. Avoid eating at roadside vendors, especially those serving juice and milkshakes.

3. Barbershops and beauty salons – Sharing razor blades and metal scrappers used to remove blackheads and whiteheads from facial skin can function as a source of infection if they are not disposable or are not thoroughly sterilized.

Source: hindustan times