Overview of Liver Diseases

1. Overview of Liver Diseases

2. Introduction • Liver is an important organ that performs crucial functions in the body • Liver diseases are becoming increasingly common worldwide • This presentation will provide an overview of liver diseases and their causes

3. Types of Liver Diseases • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) • Alcoholic liver disease (ALD) • Viral hepatitis (hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E) • Autoimmune hepatitis • Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) • Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) • Hemochromatosis • Wilson's disease

4. Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) • The most common liver disease in the world • Caused by the accumulation of fat in the liver • Associated with obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome

5. Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD) • Caused by excessive alcohol consumption • Can range from fatty liver to alcoholic hepatitis and cirrhosis

6. Viral Hepatitis • Hepatitis A: transmitted through contaminated food and water • Hepatitis B: transmitted through blood and bodily fluids • Hepatitis C: transmitted through blood and bodily fluids • Hepatitis D: only occurs in people with hepatitis B • Hepatitis E: transmitted through contaminated food and water

7. Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) • A rare autoimmune disease that affects the bile ducts • Can lead to cirrhosis if left untreated

8. Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC) • A rare disease that causes inflammation and scarring of the bile ducts • Can lead to cirrhosis if left untreated

9. Hemochromatosis • A genetic disorder that causes the body to absorb too much iron • Can lead to cirrhosis if left untreated

10. Wilson's Disease • A genetic disorder that causes copper to accumulate in the liver • Can lead to cirrhosis if left untreated

11. Conclusion • Liver diseases are becoming increasingly common worldwide • Early detection and treatment can prevent liver damage and improve outcomes • Regular check-ups and a healthy lifestyle can help prevent liver diseases.