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What is hepatology?

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Hepatology is a medical subspecialty that focuses on the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, and pancreas. A hepatologist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of liver diseases. The liver is a vital organ that performs many important functions, including: ·         Metabolism of nutrients ·         Detoxification of the blood ·         Production of bile ·         Storage of blood ·         Regulation of hormones The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ that stores bile, which is a fluid that helps to digest fats. The bile ducts are a system of tubes that carry bile from the liver to the small intestine. The pancreas is a large gland that produces digestive enzymes and hormones. Hepatologists diagnose and treat a wide range of liver diseases, including: ·      ...

A Comprehensive Guide to Liver Health: Understanding Hepatology

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The liver is a vital organ that performs many important functions, including: ·         Metabolism of nutrients ·         Detoxification of the blood ·         Production of bile ·         Storage of blood ·         Regulation of hormones Hepatology is a medical subspecialty that focuses on the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, and pancreas. A hepatologist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of liver diseases. Liver diseases can be caused by a variety of factors, including: ·         Viral infections, such as hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C ·         Alcohol abuse ·         Fatty liver disease ·         Cirrhosis · ...