Inflammation of the liver is ____.

A) diverticulitis
B) gastritis
C) hepatitis
D) cirrhosis
E) diverticulosis

Inflammation

A biological response of body tissues to harmful stimuli, characterized by redness, swelling, warmth, and sometimes pain and loss of function.

Liver

The liver is a vital organ responsible for numerous functions including detoxification, synthesizing proteins, and producing biochemicals necessary for digestion.

Hepatitis

Inflammation of the liver, often caused by viral infections, toxins, drugs, or autoimmune diseases, leading to various health complications.