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1. www.who.int › questions-and-answers › itemHepatitis - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Sep 1, 2019 · In particular, types B and C lead to chronic disease in hundreds of millions of people and, together, are the most common cause of liver cirrhosis and cancer. Hepatitis A and E are typically caused by ingestion of contaminated food or water. Hepatitis B, C and D usually occur as a result of parenteral contact with infected body fluids.

   • Hepatitis C

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     Key facts. Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the...

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2. www.usnews.com › news › health-newsLearn the Differences Between Hepatitis A, B, C, D & E

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   Jul 6, 2023 · Hepatitis C. The CDC says that hepatitis C is unique from hepatitis A and B in that over half the infections are long-term (chronic), and there’s also no vaccine for it. The infection is caused ...

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   What is hepatitis A?

   • Hepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver that can cause mild to severe illness. The hepatitis A virus (HAV) is transmitted through ingestion of contaminated food and water or through direct contact with an infectious person. Almost everyone recovers fully from hepatitis A with a lifelong immunity.

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   What is hepatitis fibrosis?

   • What is hepatitis? Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. The condition can be self-limiting or can progress to fibrosis (scarring), cirrhosis or liver cancer.

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   What causes hepatitis B & C?

   • In particular, types B and C lead to chronic disease in hundreds of millions of people and, together, are the most common cause of liver cirrhosis and cancer. Hepatitis A and E are typically caused by ingestion of contaminated food or water. Hepatitis B, C and D usually occur as a result of parenteral contact with infected body fluids.

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4. www.cdc.gov › hepatitis › publicinfoHepatitis Information for the Public | Division of Viral ...

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   The word "hepatitis" means inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis is most often caused by a virus. In the US, the most common types are Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C. Heavy alcohol use, toxins, some medications and certain medical conditions can also cause hepatitis.

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   Hepatitis D is a serious liver disease caused by the Hepatitis D virus (HDV) and relies on HBV to replicate. It is uncommon in the United States.

   Transmission: Contact with infectious blood, similar to how HBV is spread.

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5. www.healthline.com › health › hepatitis-a-vs-b-vs-cHepatitis A, B, and C: What to Know About Each Type - Healthline

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   Feb 18, 2021 · Hepatitis is a condition that occurs when your liver becomes inflamed. There are several things that can cause hepatitis, including viral infections, autoimmune conditions, and heavy alcohol use.

6. www.who.int › health-topics › hepatitisAbout hepatitis - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   In particular, types B and C lead to chronic disease in hundreds of millions of people and, together, are the most common cause of liver cirrhosis and cancer. An estimated 325 million people worldwide live with hepatitis B and/or C, and for most, testing and treatment remains beyond reach.

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8. www.who.int › news-room › fact-sheetsHepatitis A - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Jul 20, 2023 · Hepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). The virus is primarily spread when an uninfected (and unvaccinated) person ingests food or water that is contaminated with the faeces of an infected person. The disease is closely associated with unsafe water or food, inadequate sanitation, poor personal hygiene ...

9. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › books › NBK525186Viral Hepatitis - Major Infectious Diseases - NCBI Bookshelf

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   Nov 3, 2017 · Most (96 percent) hepatitis deaths are caused by hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV)—these two viruses cause chronic, lifelong infection resulting in progressive liver damage leading to cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (figure 16.1).