Autoimmune hepatitis
Alternative names:
lupoid hepatitis
Treatment:
Prednisone or other corticosteroids help reduce the inflammation. Azathioprine or mercaptopurine are drugs used to treat immune disorders, and they have shown to benefit patients with hepatitis. Activity should be modified according to the symptoms, but bed rest is not indicated. A well balanced diet to promotes healing.
Expectations (prognosis):
The outcome varies. Corticosteroid therapy may slow the disease progression.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Call your health care provider if symptoms develop that are suggestive of autoimmune hepatitis.
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