Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E are five different categories of hepatitis, each representing a different type of virus.
Hepatitis B is a serious viral disease that causes inflammation of the liver and further leads to a worsening of its condition. Hepatitis B can also be fatal.
There are two forms of hepatitis B: acute and chronic. Initially, the disease proceeds in an acute form, in which many patients recover. If the illness lasts six months or longer, hepatitis B becomes chronic.
Chronic hepatitis B is characterized by liver inflammation, cirrhosis, liver failure, an increased risk of liver cancer and, if left untreated, even death.
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Hepatitis B symptoms
Hepatitis B symptoms usually appear one to four months after infection, although they may be noticeable as early as two weeks after the virus enters the body.
Young and strong people may not have symptoms - most patients do not show any signs of infection, and you can only find out about the presence of the virus through a blood test. Nearly 90% of those who get hepatitis B recover from symptoms but still carry the virus.
Symptoms of hepatitis B include:
• rapid loss of strength and weakness,
• fever and fever,
• loss of appetite,
• diarrhea or constipation,
• dark urine,
• nausea and vomiting,
• abdominal pain,
• joint pain,
• jaundice.
Causes of Hepatitis B
The hepatitis B virus is spread through blood, semen, or other body fluids. The virus is not spread by food, water, shared utensils, coughing or sneezing, or touching.
The most common cases of hepatitis B infection are the sharing of everyday items, including razors and toothbrushes, nail scissors, and piercing jewelry. In addition, sexual contact with an infected person can also transmit the infection. The virus spreads easily through needles and syringes that carry contaminated blood. Pregnant women with hepatitis B infection can pass the virus to their babies during childbirth.
Precautionary measures
• protect yourself during sexual intercourse,
• do not use prohibited substances,
• be careful with piercings and tattoos,
• If you are traveling to an area where hepatitis B is common, get the vaccine before traveling. It is usually given in a series of three injections over six months.
Hepatitis B treatment
Acute hepatitis B does not need treatment - the body's strong immune system can cope with it. Rest and hydration is highly recommended for recovery, however.
Antiviral drugs are prescribed to treat chronic hepatitis B. If hepatitis B has seriously damaged your liver, an organ transplant is done.
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