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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

Hepatitis C

#hepatitis C, #chronic hepatitis C, #antiviral drugs, #cirrhosis, #liver cancer, #bloodborne infection

Hepatitis C is an infection caused by the hepatitis C virus. In most people who are infected, it progresses to chronic hepatitis, and the risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer increases. If you are at risk of infection, please have a blood test to check.

2026-06-26

Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Cancer

#liver cancer, #bile duct cancer, #pancreatic cancer, #hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, #chemotherapy

Hepatobiliary and pancreatic cancer often has no symptoms in the early stage and is frequently found when surgery is already difficult. However, with advances in medical technology, surgery may become possible after chemotherapy in some cases, so please consult a hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery 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

Liver Transplantation

#liver transplantation, #living donor liver transplantation, #deceased donor liver transplantation, #liver failure, #liver cirrhosis, #liver cancer, #rejection, #immunosuppressants, #Milan criteria, #MELD score, #feeling feverish, #body heat, #high fever, #low-grade fever, #dry cough, #persistent minor cough, #cough that will not stop

Liver transplantation is an operation that replaces a liver that has lost its function with a healthy liver, and it is one of the treatment options for several serious liver diseases, such as liver failure caused by cirrhosis and liver cancer. Since it was first performed in Korea in 1988, advances in technology and medication have led to more than 1,500 transplants a year at present, and the overall surgical success rate is reported to be about 90 to 95%. Liver transplantation is an important decision for both the recipient and the donor, so please discuss it thoroughly with your treating physician before making a decision.

2026-06-26

Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)

#fatty liver, #non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, #metabolic syndrome, #obesity, #diabetes

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is a condition in which excess fat builds up in the liver even in people who drink little or no alcohol. If left untreated, it may progress to serious conditions such as cirrhosis or liver cancer. Do not rely on dietary supplements on your own. Please consult a medical specialist and begin healthy weight loss under their guidance.

2026-06-26

Robotic Surgery for Liver Cancer and Liver Transplantation

#liver cancer, #liver transplantation, #robotic surgery, #general surgery, #liver cirrhosis

Robotic surgery is a method in which the surgeon controls a robot and operates through a few small openings in the abdomen. A more expensive operation is not always the better choice. Do not decide based on this encyclopedia alone; please consult a surgical specialist to find the safest surgical method for the patient.

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