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What is Toxic Encephalopathy?

Encephalopathy is defined as any degenerative disease of the brain. This is a nonspecific term and there are numerous causes of encephalopathy, some of which are progressive and some reversible. Encephalopathy can range from barely discernible to so severe as to cause coma or death. An example of a potentially reversible encephalopathy is with liver disease. When liver function falls to a certain point, molecules which are toxic to the brain cannot be cleared from the blood and mental function deteriorates. If the liver condition can be ameliorated, normal brain function may return. Boxer's encephalopathy is an example of irreversible brain damage caused by repeated blows to the head. Various toxic substances, such as heavy metals (lead), infections, and injuries can cause encephalopathy.

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  • HCV Symptoms

    You'll find links to a comprehensive symptoms list, as well as various studies and discussions about Hepatitis C symptoms.

  • Lab Tests

    What they are and what they mean. Helps you interpret & understand all the various hepatitis lab tests likely to be encountered.

  • Hepatitis C Genotypes

    Learn about Hepatitis C Genotypes and their variants.

  • Viral Load

    Provides detailed information on how to analyze and interpret viral load numbers as well as a link to a convenient Viral Load Chart.

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    Learn more about various Hepatitis C related topics, including HCV, Ascites, Biopsies, and much more.

  • HCV Medicines

    Numerous links to studies, info sheets, FAQs, and analysis of Ribavirin/Rebetron medicines.

  • Glossary

    Commonly used medical terms and definitions.

  • Hepatitis C Doctors

    A state-by-state and worldwide reference listing physicians who treat HCV, including an email link to submit your physician for inclusion.

  • Biopsy Info

    A comprehensive resource of information relating to the liver biopsy.

  • Cirrhosis

    Many discussions and analyses of cirrhosis, including causes, complications, pathology, symptoms, and much more.

  • Liver Cancer

    Liver Cancer/Hepatocellular Carcinoma studies, info sheets, FAQs, and analysis.

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    An exhaustive list of links to studies, info sheets, FAQs, and analysis of the various drugs used to treat liver disease.

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  • HCV Transmission

    Information about the transmission of Hepatitis C.

  • HCV Natural Remedies

    A number of herbal products useful in the management of liver disease.

  • HCV Books

    Recommended reading for those interested in hepatitis information.

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    A Bulletin Board for discussions on hepatitis, treatments, etc.

  • Hepatitis C Activism

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