Hepatitis A
The term "hepatitis" refers to liver inflammation. The liver's ability to function might be impacted by inflammation or injury. Hepatitis can be brought on by heavy alcohol consumption, chemicals, some drugs, and certain medical conditions, but viruses are usually the cause. The three most prevalent hepatitis viruses in the are hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C.
Description:
The hepatitis A virus is the cause of hepatitis A, a highly infectious, transient liver ailment That causes inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis A patients may experience symptoms for a few weeks to many months, but they often recover fully and do not sustain any long-term liver damage. Rarely, hepatitis A can result in liver failure and even death; older adults and those with other major medical conditions, such as chronic liver disease, are more likely to experience this.
Cause:
Fecal transmission: Infected individuals' blood and stool contain the hepatitis A virus. When the virus is consumed, it can spread the hepatitis A virus. Person-to-person contact: Hepatitis A can be transmitted by intimate, close contact with an infected individual, including through forms of sexual contact (such as oral-anal sex), providing care for an unwell person, or during drug abuse. Eating contaminated food or drink: Hepatitis A virus contamination of food can occur during any stage of its food cycle, including growth, harvesting, processing, handling, and even cooking. Eating contaminated fresh and frozen food products increases the risk of food and water contamination. Individuals who are more susceptible to hepatitis A Foreign passengers Homosexual Men All those who use drugs illegally People at risk of exposure in the workplace Road side dwellers
Symptoms:
Compared to children, adults are more likely to exhibit symptoms. Symptoms often present 2 to 7 weeks after infection. Though some patients may experience symptoms for up to six months, symptoms often subside in less than two months. symptoms may consist of: yellowing of eyes or skin Aversion to eating Gastric discomfort Vomiting Pain in the stomach High temperature Light-colored faeces or dark urine The loose stool Discomfort in the joints Exhaustion