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1. • • 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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   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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   What is hepatitis E?

   • Hepatitis E is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis E virus (HEV). HEV is found in the stool of HEV infected people. It is uncommon in the U.S. and developed countries. It is most common in developing countries with inadequate water supply and poor environmental sanitation; people often get HEV from drinking contaminated water.

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   What are the symptoms of chronic hepatitis B?

   • Symptoms include: abdominal pain; dark urine; fever; joint pain; appetite loss; nausea/vomiting; fatigue/weakness; jaundice (yellowing of skin and whites of eyes). 67% of persons living with chronic hepatitis B infection do not know they have the virus and are not receiving the appropriate care and treatment.

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3. www.medicinenet.com › viral_hepatitis › articleViral Hepatitis Types, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

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   Aug 8, 2022 · Hepatitis C, B, and A are viruses that cause liver inflammation. Hepatitis B vaccines and hepatitis A vaccines are available. Hepatitis symptoms may not appear for weeks to months after infection. Hepatitis A transmission occurs most often via contaminated food.

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   Feb 18, 2021 · Hepatitis A, B, and C are caused by different viruses that lead to inflammation of your liver. We break down the differences between each type and how they’re treated.

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   Jul 6, 2023 · Hepatitis is a viral infection of the liver that causes liver inflammation, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A hepatitis A infection is caused by...

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   Jul 21, 2022 · Hepatitis describes inflammation of the liver, the organ with important jobs such as turning food into energy, filtering toxins (like alcohol) out of the blood, and fighting infections. When the liver is damaged in any way, its ability to perform these functions is restricted.

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   Sep 1, 2019 · Scientists have identified 5 unique hepatitis viruses, identified by the letters A, B, C, D, and E. While all cause liver disease, they vary in important ways. Hepatitis A virus (HAV) is present in the faeces of infected persons and is most often transmitted through consumption of contaminated water or food.

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   Jul 6, 2023 · Hepatitis is a viral infection of the liver that causes liver inflammation, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A hepatitis A infection is caused by...

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   Sep 12, 2023 · What is the difference between hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E? Hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C are caused by three different viruses that cause liver damage. They are spread in different ways and can affect the liver differently. Hepatitis A is usually a short-term infection. Hepatitis B and hepatitis C can begin as short-term, but in ...