Chronic Hepatitis B Infection
Most adults who are infected with the hepatitis B virus completely recover from the infection and develop immunity to the
Idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis
What is idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis Idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis is also known as primary retroperitoneal fibrosis. Idiopathic retroperitoneal fibrosis (IRF) is
Peptic ulcers
What is a peptic ulcer? A peptic ulcer is a lesion or sore on the protective lining of the stomach
Peptic ulcers
What is a peptic ulcer? A peptic ulcer is a lesion or sore on the protective lining of the stomach
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a viral infection of the liver, transmitted through contaminated food or water or via an infected person.
Haemochromatosis
Haemochromatosis is an inherited condition in which the body absorbs too much iron from food, leading to a build-up of
9 Signs Your Liver may be Damaged
Your liver is a key part of your digestive system, responsible for cleaning out toxins from your blood, processing medicines,
Constipation: treatment options
There are several treatments available for the treatment of constipation. Your doctor will be able to advise you on the
Hepatitis C antibodies and antibody testing
What are antibodies? Antibodies are our main form of defence in the bloodstream. They are a form of protein that
Hepatitis C and sexual transmission
Introduction Hepatitis C (also called hep C) is not classified as an STI (sexually transmissible infection) although people, unable to