A New Diagnosis of Autoimmune Hepatitis

Dr. Romelia Barba, an upcoming gastroenterology fellow from the University of Oklahoma, helps us understand what it means to live with autoimmune hepatitis (AIH). She explains how this condition happens when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the liver, causing inflammation and, over time, possible liver damage if left untreated.

Dr. Barba also shares what this diagnosis can mean for patients, the importance of early treatment, and how proper follow-up and care can help people manage the disease and protect their liver health.