Acute liver failure primary prevention
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Primary Prevention
- Get vaccinated: Get a hepatitis vaccine or an immunoglobulin shot to prevent hepatitis A or hepatitis B.
- Eat a proper diet from all of the food groups.
- Maintain a healthy weight: Obesity can cause a condition called nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, which may include fatty liver, hepatitis and cirrhosis.
- Avoidance of alcohol abuse. Avoid alcohol when you are taking acetaminophen (Tylenol).
- Practice proper hygiene. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before you touch any food and after you use the bathroom.
- Don't handle any blood or blood products.
- Don't share any personal toiletry items, including toothbrushes and razors.
- If you get a tattoo or a body piercing, make sure the conditions are sanitary and all equipment is aseptic.
- Be sure to use protection (condoms) when having sex.
- If you use illegal intravenous drugs, don't share needles with anyone.