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Chronic Hepatitis B

#hepatitis B, #chronic hepatitis B, #cirrhosis, #liver cancer, #antiviral drugs, #vaccination, #vertical transmission, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #loose stools, #watery diarrhea, #frequent bathroom visits

Hepatitis B is an infection caused by the hepatitis B virus. If chronic hepatitis B is not treated, it can progress to cirrhosis and liver cancer. People without antibodies should get vaccinated. If you have chronic hepatitis B, please have regular checkups and consult a medical specialist about treatment.

2026-06-26

Early Detection and Management of Liver Disease

#liver disease, #liver cancer, #cirrhosis, #hepatitis B, #hepatitis C, #fatty liver, #nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, #hepatectomy, #minimally invasive surgery, #early screening, #alcohol abstinence, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #nausea, #feeling about to vomit, #vomiting

The liver is a 'silent organ.' Even as damage progresses, there are no obvious symptoms in the early stage, so fatigue, loss of appetite, and weight loss are often dismissed as minor, and the disease is often discovered only after it has progressed to cirrhosis or liver cancer. Regular checkups are the most important way to protect liver health.

2026-06-26

Hepatitis B

#hepatitis B, #chronic hepatitis, #antiviral drugs, #cirrhosis, #liver cancer, #HBV, #vaccination, #liver health, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness, #dry cough, #persistent minor cough, #cough that will not stop

Hepatitis B is a liver inflammation caused by the hepatitis B virus. In Korea, about 30% of cirrhosis cases and 45% of liver cancer cases are associated with hepatitis B. It can be managed with proper care, including vaccination and consistent treatment, and regular checkups are important to help keep it from progressing to cirrhosis or liver cancer.

2026-06-26

Kidney Transplant Process

#kidney transplantation, #kidney transplant, #living-donor kidney transplantation, #deceased-donor kidney transplantation, #immunosuppressants, #rejection, #end-stage kidney failure, #KONOS, #organ transplantation, #double vision, #overlapping images

Kidney transplantation is a surgery that transplants a healthy kidney into the body to replace a kidney that has lost its function. Unlike dialysis, it can restore most of the kidney's various functions (removing waste products, regulating electrolytes, secreting hormones that stimulate blood cell production, and others), which makes it one of the main treatment options for end-stage kidney failure. Whether and how to have a transplant depends on each patient's health condition, so please be sure to decide through consultation with a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Liver Cancer

#liver cancer, #hepatitis, #cirrhosis, #liver cirrhosis, #fatty liver, #silent organ, #liver transplantation, #laparoscopy, #lack of energy, #listlessness, #persistent tiredness

Liver cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the liver, which is responsible for detoxification and nutrition in the body. The liver is called the 'silent organ' because there is no particular pain even when the disease becomes advanced. By the time symptoms appear, the disease has often already progressed considerably, so please do not judge on your own; be sure to have regular checkups and consult a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Liver Cancer: Key Questions

#liver cancer, #hepatocellular carcinoma, #cirrhosis, #hepatitis B, #hepatitis C, #hepatectomy, #liver transplantation, #Milan criteria, #ascites, #jaundice, #transarterial chemoembolization (TACE)

Liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma) is a malignant tumor that develops from the cells that make up the liver. Because there are almost no symptoms in the early stage, it is often found incidentally during health checkups. Regular checkups are especially important for people with chronic liver disease caused by hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or alcohol-related liver disease. The treatment method and prognosis differ depending on each patient's condition, so please consult a medical specialist before making any decisions.

2026-06-26

Liver Cirrhosis

#liver cirrhosis, #cirrhosis, #liver disease, #hepatitis B, #hepatitis C, #ascites, #jaundice, #hepatic encephalopathy, #variceal bleeding, #body swelling, #facial swelling, #leg swelling, #swollen hands and feet

Liver cirrhosis refers to a condition in which the liver has been damaged for a long time by various causes and has become hard. It is also called 'gangyeongbyeon' in Korean. When the liver hardens, it cannot perform its functions well. For an accurate diagnosis and treatment, please consult a medical specialist.

2026-06-26

Preconception Care (Planning a Pregnancy)

#planned pregnancy, #preconception testing, #folic acid, #vaccination, #pregnancy preparation, #couples, #prenatal care

Preparing before pregnancy is important for a healthy pregnancy and birth. It is recommended to consult an OB/GYN specialist and to have the necessary tests and vaccinations starting 6 months before pregnancy. Planning a pregnancy can help protect the health of both the mother and the baby.

2026-06-26

Viral Hepatitis

#hepatitis A, #hepatitis B, #hepatitis C, #antiviral drugs, #hepatitis vaccination

Viral hepatitis is a disease in which a harmful virus invades the liver, causing inflammation and destroying liver cells. The route of transmission and the treatment differ depending on the type of virus (hepatitis A, B, or C). Please do not judge your condition on your own; consult a gastroenterology specialist for accurate blood tests and treatment.

2026-06-26