Hepatitis Virus Symptoms Causes and Treatment | Dr. Ravi Kiran & Dr. Vinay Kumar
In this insightful video for World Hepatitis Day, Dr. Ravi Kiran S K, Consultant in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery, and Dr. Vinay Kumar B R, Associate Consultant in Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery at Narayana Health City, Bangalore, explain all about Hepatitis — a condition that causes inflammation of the liver and can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure. There are several types of hepatitis viruses, including Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. Each of these viruses affects the liver in different ways, and they spread through different means. For example, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis E usually spread through contaminated food and water, while Hepatitis B, C, and D are transmitted through contact with the blood of an infected individual. Understanding the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for hepatitis is essential to prevent the spread of the virus and manage liver health effectively. Our specialists explain how hepatitis affects the liver, the risks of cirrhosis, and how early detection and treatment can prevent liver failure. Learn about liver transplant options and HPB surgery for individuals who develop advanced liver disease due to hepatitis. This video also highlights the importance of Hepatitis awareness and how lifestyle changes, vaccines, and medical treatments can help manage the condition. For those who have been diagnosed with hepatitis, our specialists are available for video consultations to discuss treatment plans tailored to individual needs. To book a consultation, visit: Video consultation link. To learn more about Narayana Health and our wide range of services, visit our website: Narayana Health website. Connect with us on social media: Facebook: Narayana Health Instagram: @narayanahealthindia Twitter: @narayanahealth LinkedIn: Narayana Health Quora: Narayana Health Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to Hepatitis 01:30 - Types of Hepatitis: A, B, C, D, E 04:00 - Symptoms & Causes of Hepatitis 06:00 - Hepatitis Transmission & Prevention 08:00 - Treatment Options for Hepatitis & Liver Disease 10:00 - Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery Overview 12:00 - Hepatitis Awareness & Prevention Tips
