Acute parenchyma liver damage can be caused by many agents, but the extent of damage can be variable.

Hepatitis A is the most common type of viral hepatitis. Often appearing as epidemics world wide . Hepatitis A occurs mostly in autumn and affects young children and adults. Shellfish and clams are the common sources of infection.

The prodromal phase lasts upto two weeks, and this vireamia causes the patient to feel unwell with nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, anorexia, headache and a distance for cigarettes. There is an upper abdominal discomfort and at times, mild fever. The liver is tender but not enlarged initially. Icterus developers one two weeks after, at times. All these symptoms generally improve- the appetite returns and the patient feels better. Occasionally, there is tender lymphadenopathy and rash in some cases. Liver biochemistry may be performed. Most patients make a complete recovery.

Homoeopathy offers a clear line of treatment irrespective of the liver pathology. The remedies enumerated above under “Hepatitis” cover the pathogenesis of almost every hepatic disorder . one must remember that the final selection of the remedy is based on the totality of the case. The list above enumerates various remedies that have a close resemblance to liver pathology.

SYMPTOMS OF ACUTE LIVER DISEASE

Liver disease does not always cause noticeable signs and symptoms. If signs and symptoms of liver disease do occur, the may include:

• Skin and eyes that appear yellowish (jaundice)
• Abdominal pain and swelling
• Swelling in the legs and ankles
• Itchy skin
• Dark urine color
• Pale stool color
• Chronic fatigue
• Nausea or vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Tendency to bruise easily

CAUSES OF ACUTE LIVER DISEASE

Liver disease has many causes.

Infection

Parasites and viruses can infect the liver, causing inflammation that reduces liver function. The viruses that cause liver damage can be spread through blood or semen, contaminated food or water, or close contact with a person who is infected. The most common types of liver infection are hepatitis viruses, including:

• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis C

IMMUNE SYSTEM ABNORMALITY

Diseases in which our immune system attacks certain parts of our body (autoimmune) can affect our liver. Examples of autoimmune liver diseases include:

• Autoimmune hepatitis
• Primary biliary cholangitis
• Primary sclerosing cholangitis

Genetics

An abnormal gene inherited from one or both of your parents can cause various substances to build up in your liver, resulting in liver damage. Genetic liver diseases include:

• Hemochromatosis
• Wilson's disease
• Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency

Cancer and other growths

Examples include:

• Liver cancer
• Bile duct cancer
• Liver adenoma

Other

Additional, common causes of liver disease include:

• Chronic alcohol abuse
• Fat accumulation in the liver (nonalcoholic fatty liver disease)
• Certain prescription or over-the-counter medications
• Certain herbal compounds

RISK FACTORS

Factors that may increase our risk of liver disease include:

• Heavy alcohol use
• Obesity
• Type 2 diabetes
• Tattoos or body piercings
• Injecting drugs using shared needles
• Blood transfusion before 1992
• Exposure to other people's blood and body fluids
• Unprotected sex
• Exposure to certain chemicals or toxins
• Family history of liver disease

COMPLICATIONS OF ACUTE LIVER DISEASE

Complications of liver disease vary, depending on the cause of our liver problems. Untreated liver disease may progress to liver failure, a life-threatening condition.

PREVENTION OF ACUTE LIVER DISEASE

To prevent liver disease:

• Drink alcohol in moderation
• Avoid risky behavior
• Get vaccinated
• Use medications wisely
• Avoid contact with other people's blood and body fluids
• Keep your food safe
• Take care with aerosol sprays
• Protect your skin
• Maintain a healthy weight

HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE FOR ACUTE LIVER DISEASE

Belldona, Chelidonium, Lycopodium, Nux vomica, RL-31, LIVOCARE.