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Autoimmune hepatitis is inflammation of the liver that occurs when immune cells mistake the liver''s normal cells for harmful invaders and attack them.This disease is associated with other autoimmune diseases, including... |
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Symptoms
Abdominal distentionDark urineFatigueGeneralized itchingGeneral discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feeling (malaise)Loss ...
Causes
This disease is associated with other autoimmune diseases, including:Hemolytic anemiaProliferative glomerulonephritis...
Tests
Abnormal liver function testsLiver biopsy showing chronic hepatitisTests associated with autoimmune hepatitis:ANAAnti...
Treatments
Prednisone or other corticosteroid medications help reduce the inflammation. Azathioprine and mercaptopurine are dru...
Prevention
Autoimmune hepatitis is usually not preventable. Awareness of risk factors may allow early detection and treatment.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you notice symptoms of autoimmune hepatitis.
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