Gastroenterology and Hepatology treat a variety of digestive diseases, covering organs including throat, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, pancreas, gallbladder, liver, colon and rectum. Functions like nutrient absorption and excretion may be affected when suffering from digestive diseases.

What are Hepatitis B and C

Hepatitis B and C are both viral hepatitis, transmitted through blood, body fluids or perinatal transmission generally. If virus cannot be eliminated after the infection, patients may suffer from chronic hepatitis B or C and become long-term carriers of the virus.

Impact on patients

Chronic liver disease evolved from hepatitis B or C can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer, liver failure, etc.

Diagnosis and treatment

Blood tests and liver ultrasonography can be used to diagnose the cause of hepatitis and assess the degree of liver damage to determine the long-term treatment plan.