Both acute and chronic infections of the liver can be brought on by the hepatitis C virus (HCV), which also causes hepatitis B virus (HBV). About 15–45% of infected people spontaneously clear the virus without receiving any treatment within 6 months of infection with acute HCV infection, which is typically asymptomatic.
The risk of liver cirrhosis is 15–30% within 20 years for those with chronic HCV infection, which affects the remaining 55–85% of people.
Geographical distribution
There are multiple strains (or genotypes) of the HCV virus and their distribution varies by region, with Africa and Central and East Asia being the most affected continents.
Transmission
The most frequent methods of transmission for the bloodborne hepatitis C virus include:
sharing injecting equipment to engage in drug injection;
due to the reuse of medical equipment, particularly syringes and needles, or insufficient sterilization in healthcare settings;
the use of blood and blood products that have not been screened;
There are other ways to spread HCV, including through sexual contact and from a mother to her unborn child, but these are much less common.
Breast milk, food, water, or casual physical contact with an infected person (such as hugging, kissing, or sharing drinks or food) do not spread hepatitis C.
Symptoms
Hepatitis C has a two-week to six-month incubation period, and after initial infection, about 80% of people show no symptoms. Acute symptoms include fever, fatigue, decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, grey feces, joint pain, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes).
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
The goal of homeopathy is not only to treat vocal cord problems but to address its underlying cause and individual susceptibility. Homeopathy is one of the most well-known holistic systems of medicine. The selection of remedy is based upon the theory of individualization and symptoms similarity by using a holistic approach.
CHELIDONIM MAJUS Q-One of our most effective liver remedies, it acts on the portal system, the right side of the abdomen, and the right lower lung. It works particularly well in cases of Hepatitis C and treats many of the direct reflex symptoms of the diseased condition of the liver, manifesting as congestion, inflammation, fullness, and enlargement in both semi-chronic and acute cases. The remedy’s hallmark is tearing, shooting, stitching pains that radiate from the liver region and travel to the back below the right shoulder.
When the right lobe of the liver is inflamed, it feels like a weight in the hypochondrium, and even the slightest movement causes pain. The condition is worse in the summer and when it’s hot outside. **BRYONIA ALBA 30-** is a great treatment for liver inflammation.
Another effective treatment for Hepatitis C is PODOPHYLLUM 30. In this condition, the liver enlarges and becomes extremely irritable. Light liver rubbing relieves the discomfort, which is made worse by even the smallest thought or food smell.
**CARDUS MARIANUS Q-**A remedy for Hepatitis C cases where there is a sensation of enlarged liver, pressure feeling worse by lying on the left side, left liver is full and engorged and sensitive, concomitant symptoms include haemoptysis due to congestion of the liver and lungs, complaints occur after consuming alcoholic beverages, especially beer, and the patient has an aversion to salt and meat.
CHINA OFFICINALIS 30It is a highly effective treatment for liver disorders.
The patient is not relieved from eructation or may only be temporarily better with this. Everything eaten turns into gas. Complaints are associated with nausea or vomiting of bile and mucus. Dropsical conditions. Hemorrhages with much debility, trembling, ringing, and buzzing in the ears. Fullness and flatulence felt in the entire abdomen; the abdomen is enormously distended.
Arsenic alb. is frequently prescribed for illnesses such as hepatitis c, asthmatic bronchitis, sinusitis, fevers, psoriasis, eczema, gastritis, enteritis, and food poisoning, among others. Arsenic is a good drug for hepatitis where the patient has enlargement of the liver and soreness in the abdomen as a result of the condition, and intense nausea and vomiting
PHOSPHORUS 200Pressure and heaviness in the abdomen with jaundice are noted in the patient; the pain in the abdomen is relieved by rubbing. It is a very good remedy for hepatic affections generally, such as hepatitis, atrophy of the liver, cirrhosis of the liver, etc. Other common indications of this medication include: Highly sensitive to external impressions such as light, sound, odors, touch, thunderstorms, etc. Restless, excitable, nervous individuals
PTELEA TRIFOLIATE 30-– Develops a dislike for animal food, rich puddings, which he is very fond of, butter and fats aggravate his hepatic symptoms, aching in the liver made worse by lying on the left side, voracious or poor appetite.
LYCOPODIUM CLAVATUM 200--It causes intense flatulence by 4 p.m., as if everything he eats turns into gas or wind, which is relieved by warm beverages. -It has sore pain in the right hypochondrium that is made worse by touch.
NUX VOMICA 200--The liver is swollen, indurated, and sensitive to pressure; there are constricting pains in the area of the liver; the patient is chilly and agitated; and the liver is not a fan of meat, tobacco, coffee, or ale.
MYRICA CERIFERA Q-It has been discovered that low potency works better when treating hepatitis C infections because it has been shown to have a marked effect on the liver.
CORNUS CIRCINATA Q-Dark, foul stools, burning in the anus, and vesicular eruption on the face are some of the side effects that it has caused, along with aching eyes, disturbed sleep, morning weakness, and liver derangements.
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