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Med Int Mex 2006; 22 (6)

Chronic hepatitis treatment

Liceaga CMG, Castro MMG

Language: Spanish
References: 52
Page: 525-535
PDF size: 303.95 Kb.


ABSTRACT

The treatment of the chronic hepatitis depends on its origin, although it follows the common principles of management of the hepatitis in general. The individuals with this affection can live a normal life and practice sport, since they do not require rest; nevertheless, the alcohol consumption, even at minimum levels, favors the progression of the disease, for that, it must be avoided. The treatment of the chronic hepatitis caused by virus B focuses to inhibit its multiplication as long as it is possible. At the present time, three approved oral agents and one interferon exist for the treatment of hepatitis B. In the patients with chronic hepatitis by virus C, before beginning any scheme, it is necessary to make a selection test to discard other chronic hepatic infections. The purpose of the treatment is to eradicate the virus, and then, the disease. The indications still are controversial in national and international forums.


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