Hepatitis e

Hepatitis E is a liver disease caused by the Hepatitis E virus. This virus can cause inflammation of the liver which can sometimes lead to serious complications.

Causes

Hepatitis E is caused by the Hepatitis E virus. This virus is typically transmitted through the consumption of contaminated water or food. In rare cases, it can also be transmitted through blood transfusions or from a pregnant woman to her baby.

Symptoms

The symptoms of Hepatitis E can range from mild to severe and can include:

• Jaundice
• Fatigue
• Abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fever
• Dark urine
• Pale stool
• Joint pain

Diagnosis

Hepatitis E can be diagnosed through a blood test that looks for antibodies to the Hepatitis E virus. Other tests, such as a liver function test, may also be used to determine the severity of the disease.

Treatment

There is no specific treatment for Hepatitis E. Most people with the disease will recover on their own within a few weeks. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.

Prevention

The best way to prevent Hepatitis E is through good hygiene and sanitation practices. This includes washing hands regularly, avoiding drinking or eating contaminated water or food, and avoiding raw or undercooked shellfish and pork.

See also

• Hepatitis
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis C
• Hepatitis D

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