Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B

Several countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, have reported mysterious cases of some children contracting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis causes inflammation of the liver.

The five main classifications of hepatitis viruses are hepatitis A, B, C, D and E.

About Hepatitis B:

  • This leads to infection in the liver. This is caused by the hepatitis B virus or HBV.
  • It is usually spread through blood, semen or other body fluids.
  • It can be prevented or prevented through vaccination.

Symptoms: Jaundice, fever, fatigue, vomiting, loss of appetite, etc.

Source – The Hindu

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