Hepatitis B - Basic Information
HEPATITIS B General Information What is hepatitis? “Hepatitis” means inflammation of the liver. The liver is a vital organ that processes nutrients, filters the . blood, and fights infections. When the liver is inflamed or damaged, its function can be affected.
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