What is Hepatitis B Virus?

Hepatitis B Virus
(a) The glomerulus shows a mild increase in mesangial matrix and mesangial cells and thickening of the peripheral capillary walls. (b) Electron microscopy shows large electron-dense subepithelial deposits in the glomerular basement membrane. (c) Peroxidase anti peroxidase staining for hepatitis B virus surface antigen is positive. (d) Immunofluorescent microscopy shows granular immunoglobulin G staining along the periphery of the glomerular basement membrane. Hepatitis B virus-associated nephropathy in a patient with diabetes mellitus: Zou QL, Wei GN, Chen JX, Ye Q, Shan PF - Journal of diabetes investigation (2013). Not altered. CC.

Hepatitis B virus is a virus that causes hepatitis inflammation of the liver.

What is the Pathology of Hepatitis B Virus?

The pathology of hepatitis B virus is:

-Etiology: The cause of hepatitis B virus is  a virus named hepatitis B.

-Genes involved: HLA-DPA1, HLA-DPB1.

-Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to hepatitis B virus is becoming exposed to the virus. 

-Morphology: The morphology associated with hepatitis B is typically appreciable on the liver.

-Histology: The histology associated with hepatitis B virus shows ground glass hepatocytes with ballooning degeneration.

How does Hepatitis B Virus Present?

Patients with hepatitis B virus typically are all genders at age range of 40-49 years.The symptoms, features, and clinical findings associated with hepatitis B virus include abdominal pain, dark urine, clay-colored bowel movements, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and loss of appetite.

How is Hepatitis B Virus Diagnosed?

Hepatitis B virus is diagnosed by blood test, and liver ultrasound.

How is Hepatitis B Virus Treated?

Hepatitis B virus is treated by antiviral medications, and potentially a liver transplant.

What is the Prognosis of Hepatitis B Virus?

The prognosis of hepatitis B virus is good. Most adults with hepatitis B recover fully and disease does not become chronic, and there are no long-term health implications.

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Last updated on May 24, 2022