Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver that is caused by a variety of infectious
viruses and noninfectious agents leading to a range of health problems.
There are five main strains of the hepatitis virus, referred to as
types A, B, C, D and E.
Hepatitis B and C can become chronic progressing to Cirrhosis and cancer of the liver.
The common symptoms of hepatitis disease are:
Dr. Barve initiated a campaign for creating awareness about Hepatitis B.
He is associated with WHO for Hepatitis Eradication Program
all over India with the support of Government of India, Mr. J. P. Nadda,
the Honorable Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare.
Dr Barve has involved Mr Amitabh Bachchan as a brand ambassador for WHO in south east Asia.
This campaign will help in early detection and prevention of complications
of Hepatitis B by creating awareness about Hepatitis B vaccination.
Govt. Of India has sanctioned more than Rs. 800 crores for eradication of Hepatitis B & management of Hepatitis B.
Blood tests, liver function tests, ultrasound, FibroScan, and sometimes liver biopsy are used to confirm diagnosis and assess liver damage.
If you have jaundice, chronic fatigue, dark urine, or abnormal liver function tests, you should consult a liver specialist. Dr. Barve has decades of experience in treating Hepatitis and cirrhosis patients in Mumbai.
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Disclaimer: The purpose of this website (www.jayantbarve.in) is solely for the purpose of creating awareness and imparting education regarding gastroenterology and Hepatology. This shall not be treated as a substitute to a professional gastroenterologist's advice or prescription. Every individual and their case is different, so the results of any of the treatments mentioned on the website may vary. This website contains graphic images of before and after results of procedures, so viewer discretion is advised.
Disclaimer: The purpose of this website (www.jayantbarve.in) is solely for the purpose of creating awareness and imparting education regarding gastroenterology and Hepatology. This shall not be treated as a substitute to a professional gastroenterologist's advice or prescription. Every individual and their case is different, so the results of any of the treatments mentioned on the website may vary. This website contains graphic images of before and after results of procedures, so viewer discretion is advised.