Dismiss Modal

Types

Hepatitis B

Choose a preferred language

La hepatitis B es una enfermedad del hígado. Es causada por el virus de la  hepatitis B. El hígado es el órgano más grande dentro del cuerpo, se ubica debajo de la caja torácica. El hígado tiene muchos roles importantes. Filtra las sustancias químicas peligrosas de la sangre, ayuda a combatir las infecciones y ayuda a digerir la comida. Almacena nutrientes, vitaminas y energía. Si el hígado se infecta con este virus, se inflama. La inflamación en el cuerpo se debe a una lesión o a una infección. La inflamación causada por el virus de la hepatitis B, puede causar la capacidad del hígado para cumplir con su función. Puede tener una infección de hepatitis B aguda o breve. Es posible que tenga síntomas leves a graves que duren algunos meses o puede tener una infección continua y crónica.

© 2000-2025 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.

Find the right providers for your needs.

CalOptima Health works with thousands of Orange County providers, including doctors, specialists, health networks, medical groups and more.

Find a Doctor

Get Care Now

Your health is everything to us. Please reach out for support if you need it.

Get Care Now
Related Articles
Read article
Infectious Diseases
Hepatitis C

The hepatitis C virus is another type of hepatitis virus that causes an inflammation of the liver. HCV is transmitted though exposure to infected blood or blood products. In this video, you'll find out more about how it's transmitted, what treatments are available, and what you can do to protect yourself from this disease.

Read article
Digestive Health
Lactose Intolerance

Lactose is the main sugar in cow's milk. People who have difficulty digesting milk have lactose intolerance. The condition is caused by a shortage of the enzyme lactase, which breaks down the lactose into a form that can be used by the body. This video explains how you can cope with this condition.

Read article
Digestive Health
The Upper GI Endoscopy Procedure

Understand how to properly prepare for your upper GI endoscopy and what you can expect the day of your procedure. Learn what your doctor can do if any abnormalities are noticed.

Read article
Wellness
Exercise: Staying Motivated

Watch this video to learn how to ensure the exercise plan you have set for yourself is appropriate for you, and learn other ways to help keep yourself motivated to assist you in achieving and maintaining your goals.