Viral Hepatitis
Hepatitis is the inflammation of liver tissue, commonly caused by a viral infection. There are several different types of hepatitis viruses and the most common variants are A, B and C. The symptoms and treatment methods differ based on the type of hepatitis. The hepatitis virus spreads through blood and body fluids.
What are the risk factors for Hepatitis?
Hepatitis can spread through Stool, Blood, Semen, Vaginal fluid, Saliva, Food, Water, Animals and even items. This means that there is a wide range of risk factors that include
- Unprotected sex
- Sharing needles
- Unsafe water
- Toxic chemicals
- Taking medications
- Lack of sanitation
What are the symptoms of Hepatitis?
- Abdominal pain
- Dark urine
- Fever
- Joint pain
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea and vomiting
- Weakness and fatigue
- Yellowing of your skin and the whites of your eyes due to jaundice.
How is Hepatitis Diagnosed?
- Blood tests
- Ultrasound exam
- Biopsy
Treatment options
- Antiviral medications
- Interferon Injections
- Liver Transplant