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Hepatic encephalopathy affects many individuals with advanced liver disease and can cause severe nervous system issues.

Hepatitis A is a virus that causes liver inflammation and can be transmitted through close personal contact.

More than a million Americans suffer from hepatitis B, a serious liver infection that can cause permanent damage.

Hepatitis C affects more than three million Americans and is the leading cause of cirrhosis of the liver and liver cancer. It is also the reason for the majority of liver transplants in the U.S.

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common type of primary liver cancer.  

The spine features cushioning discs that sit between vertebrae and act as shock absorbers. Each disc features a tough, rubbery exterior and a soft, gel-like core. Whether by sudden injury or years of wear, a tear can form on the exterior of a disc and cause its core to push into the spinal canal. This problem is referred to as a herniated disc.

Hiatal hernias occur when part of the stomach bulges through the diaphragm and into the chest.

Histiocytosis occurs when an excessive amount of white blood cells build up in the body’s tissues. 

Huntington’s disease is a disorder that causes degeneration of the nerve cells in the brain. 

Hydrocephalus is a build-up of cerebrospinal fluid deep within the brain.