Liver Disease

Hepatitis C

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What is Hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C is caused by an RNA virus that infects the liver. Chronic infection, which occurs in about 90 percent of those exposed to the virus, can lead to liver damage, cirrhosis and its complications, and even death. Almost two million people in the United States are infected with the virus. Most people with Hepatitis C have no symptoms. Their infection is usually detected by abnormal blood tests.

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2 Gram Sodium Diet

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(Moderate Sodium Restriction)
Patients with liver cirrhosis and congestive heart failure often suffer from retention of fluid. This may be manifested as edema. or swelling of the legs and feet, or ascites, which is swelling of the abdomen. In these conditions, changes in the body’s metabolism makes the kidneys unable to rid the body of excess sodium and fluid. Treatment of the swelling is often necessary for the comfort and well being of the patient. If less sodium is taken in, less swelling will occur, In many cases, diuretics are also necessary but may not be effective if the patient continues to consume too much sodium. For this reason, sodium or salt restriction is essential in the successful treatment of edema and ascites.

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