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Autoimmune Hepatitis
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Generally, nothing can be done to prevent autoimmune hepatitis.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Cirrhosis, a chronic disease that causes scarring of the liver, is often seen in people with autoimmune hepatitis over time. This may cause malfunctioning of the liver and even death.
What are the risks to others?
Autoimmune hepatitis is not contagious and poses no risk to others.