Liver Disease Causes
Infections and parasites can cause irritation to the liver that reduces its capacity. Infections that can harm the liver are spread by blood, semen, contaminated food and water, or through close contact with a contaminated person. Hepatitis is the most common cause of liver disease.
- Hepatitis A:
Most people get it from eating or drinking food that has been contaminated by fecal matter. It is unlikely that you will experience any side effects. It usually disappears within a year without any help.
- Hepatitis B:
It can be acquired from someone else, such as through unprotected sexual activity or by sharing needles to administer medications. If it persists for more than half a year, you are likely to develop liver malignant tumors or other infections.
- Hepatitis C:
You can get it if you consume medications with shared needles or HIV. It can be contracted if you use shared needles to take your medication or if you have HIV. If you are a medical worker, it is possible to get the disease from a contaminated syringe that accidentally sticks you. It may take a while for symptoms to appear. Gen Xers should be tested for hepatitis c for reasons that are not entirely clear.
