Liver Disease
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Liver Fat May Predict Metabolic Syndrome
By: Jeanne Grunert
That jelly belly may be more than embarrassing - it may also predict the chances of developing serious metabolic disorders such as Type II (adult onset) diabetes. more...
Factors That Affect Hepatitis C Treatment
Hepatitis C affects about 4 million people in the United States. Response to treatment can be predicted from social, viral, and host factors. more...
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and NASH
By: Jim Lowrance
Fatty liver disease that is non-alcohol related is very common, affecting up to 30% of the general population and is associated with obesity and endocrine disorders. more...
By: Christie Bailey
The liver is an amazing organ that performs a surprising number of vital functions in the body. more...
By: Lisa Bishop
Biliary Atresia is an uncommon disease of the liver that can affect babies in utero or after they have been born. It often leads to a liver transplant. more...
By: ShawnTe Pierce
Many people are aware of the contagious Hepatitis C. However, there are seven additional forms of hepatitis in existence that few people are aware of. more...
By: Kirk Brown
Experts estimate that as many as one-third of Americans have a condition known as fatty liver. more...
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