The lotus flower appeared in legends originating from ancient Egypt. It played an important part in ancient Egyptian religion. The pure white lotus flower, the only plant to fruit and flower simultaneously, emerges from the depths of the muddy swamp.
Hepatitis A, B or C. Viral hepatitis comes in three different strands (A, B and C) which each have their own symptoms, causes and impacts on the liver. In extreme cases of hepatitis B and C, liver failure may result. These three forms of hepatitis are the most common forms of liver disease in the United States.
Acute liver failure can also be genetic. You can get an abnormal gene from one or both of your parents. If you suffer from a genetic liver disease, you are more susceptible to liver failure. Chronic liver failure is usually a result of cirrhosis or alcohol-related liver disease.