Any irritation of the liver, anything that makes it in-flamed, is called hepatitis. But the term is most commonly used to describe a group of infectious diseases caused by a handful of different viruses that attack the liver. There are vaccines for some of these viruses, but not for all. Some of the diseases they cause are chronic, some come and go like a very bad case of the flu, and some are deadly.

In discussing treatments for Hepatitis, we should first of all clarify that there are actually five different strains. Each of these strains are related by to a different Hepatitis virus.

A virus known as HAV virus will cause Hepatitis A. Most cases of Hepatitis A are contracted in third world countries and are caused by poor personal hygiene that results from poverty, overcrowding, and poor sanitation. This strain of Hepatitis is very mild, has no symptoms, and the individuals that have it never even realize it. It usually cures itself within 4 to 8 weeks.

Hepatitis B occurs when a person comes into contact with infected persons body fluids. Hepatitis B is considered to be much more serious because it can cause swelling of the liver, possible damage to the liver, and may lead to the development of liver cancer. A cure is not always possible which means that the condition may be both life long and chronic.

Hepatitis D is the strain that is caused by the virus HDV. It can be contracted by those that already suffer from Hepatitis B. Hepatitis E is caused by a water borne virus which means it very uncommon in developed countries.

Hepatitis C, like Hepatitis B, is normally contracted by coming into contact with an existing sufferer’s body fluids. Also, as with Hepatitis C, other characteristics that it shares with type B are a swelling of the liver, possible liver damage, and the possible development of liver cancer. There are more cases of the Hepatitis C strain than any other in the developed world, and in the US alone there are 2.8 million sufferers, making this the most prolific type of blood born illness.

For the majority of people that are infected with Hepatitis C, death, (if it is the outcome), does not happen within the first 10 years of the date of the initial contraction. However sufferers do have an increased risk of death in succeeding years caused by a liver related condition, and this risk is further exacerbated if the sufferer consumes excess quantities of alcohol.

Cirrhosis of the liver may develop approximately 30 years after contraction. In some cases Hepatitis C can turn into a very serious liver condition, but that’s not always the case. The extreme misuse of alcohol and Hepatitis C are the two main causes of liver disease.

It is fortunate that Hepatitis C has a 10 year incubation period before it turns into something more serious, and this allows the sufferer plenty of time to use find and use a natural remedy.

The most effective remedy for Hepatitis is to change the diet to one the will improve the condition and strengthen the immune system. These diets are available on the Internet or through a doctor. Its also a good idea to perform a rigorous detoxification program. Additionally, a meditational routine will help restore calm to the patient and help them focus on avoiding alcohol and maintaining their diet.

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