Evaluation of Jaundice in Adults - American Family Physician
Feb 1, 2017 - Jaundice in adults can be an indicator of significant underlying disease. It is caused by elevated serum bilirubin levels in the unconjugated or conjugated form. The evaluation of jaundice relies on the history and physical examination. The initial laboratory evaluation should include ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2017/0201/p164.html
Hepatitis A - American Family Physician
Jun 15, 2006 - The introduction of hepatitis A vaccines in 1995 led to a drop in the number of reported cases of hepatitis A and a shift to a higher percentage of cases occurring in older age groups. The hepatitis A virus survives for extended periods in the environment. Transmission primarily is ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2006/0615/p2162.html
Hepatitis B: Screening, Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment - American Family Physician
Mar 1, 2019 - Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a partly double-stranded DNA virus that causes acute and chronic liver infection. Screening for hepatitis B is recommended in pregnant women at their first prenatal visit and in adolescents and adults at high risk of chronic infection. Hepatitis B vaccination ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/2019/0301/p314.html
Hepatitis C: Part II. Prevention Counseling and Medical Evaluation - American Family ...
Jan 15, 1999 - An estimated 3.9 million Americans are infected with hepatitis C virus (HCV), and most do not know that they are infected. This group includes persons who are at risk for HCV-associated chronic liver disease and who also serve as reservoirs for transmission of HCV to others. Because ...
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https://www.aafp.org/afp/1999/0115/p349.html
Recognition and Management of Hereditary Hemochromatosis - American Family Physician
Mar 1, 2002 - Hereditary hemochromatosis is the most common inherited single-gene disorder in people of northern European descent. It is characterized by increased intestinal absorption of iron, with deposition of the iron in multiple organs. Previously, the classic description was combined diabetes ...
American Family Physician : Article
https://www.aafp.org/afp/2002/0301/p853.html
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