What are the common diseases of the liver?

Jun 29, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My liver has never been in good condition. Sometimes it hurts, and I have never received systematic treatment before. I would like to know what are the common diseases of the liver?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Jiang Chenggang
Common liver diseases include various types, mainly: 1. Infectious diseases: Such as hepatitis B and other viral hepatitis infections, which are common viral infection factors. 2. Tumorous diseases: Divided into benign and malignant. Benign tumors include hepatic cysts and liver hemangiomas; among malignant tumors, hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common, accounting for approximately 80%. 3. Metabolic diseases: Fatty liver disease is a prevalent type and has a high incidence rate. 4. Toxic diseases: Such as drug-induced liver injury, which is a common cause of liver damage caused by medications. 5. Autoimmune diseases: Such as autoimmune hepatitis, which affects normal liver function. 6. Genetic diseases: Such as Wilson's disease (hepatic-lenticular degeneration), which is one of the congenital liver diseases. For the above-mentioned diseases, early detection and timely treatment are crucial for maintaining liver health.