Antiviral Therapy (Hepatitis B, C)
About Antiviral Therapy (Hepatitis B, C)
Antiviral therapy is used to treat chronic viral hepatitis infections such as Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. T...
Antiviral therapy is used to treat chronic viral hepatitis infections such as Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. Treatment helps suppress or eliminate the virus and prevent liver damage.
Overview
Modern antiviral medications: Reduce viral activity Prevent cirrhosis Lower liver cancer risk Improve liver function Hepatitis C can often be completely cured with direct-acting antiviral therapy. Long-term monitoring is essential during treatment.
Understanding The Procedure
Symptoms That May Require Antiviral Therapy (Hepatitis B, C)
- ⦾ Fatigue and weakness
- ⦾ Jaundice or dark urine
- ⦾ Abdominal discomfort
- ⦾ Elevated liver enzymes
- ⦾ Chronic liver inflammation symptoms
Recovery & Outlook
Antiviral therapy significantly reduces liver damage, prevents complications, and improves survival and quality of life.
Risks
- ⦾ Medication side effects
- ⦾ Liver function fluctuations
- ⦾ Viral resistance in some cases
- ⦾ Need for prolonged therapy in Hepatitis B
- ⦾ Rare allergic reactions
Post-Operative Care
- ⦾ Take antiviral medications regularly
- ⦾ Avoid alcohol and liver-toxic substances
- ⦾ Attend routine blood investigations
- ⦾ Maintain healthy nutrition and hydration
- ⦾ Continue long-term liver monitoring
Doctors Who Perform Antiviral Therapy (Hepatitis B, C)
Meet experienced gastroenterology doctors who regularly evaluate and perform antiviral therapy (hepatitis b, c).
Dr Rakesh Shringeri
MBBS,MRCP & FRCP,FESBGH
KMC: 65440
Consultant Gastroenterologist
Dr Pratibha Setty
MBBS, DNB, DM (Gastroenterology)
KMC: 53359
Consultant Gastroenterologist
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