Hepatitis A
Definitions
Description
A highly contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus.
Description
Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver infection caused by the hepatitis A virus. The condition spreads from unclean food or water or from contact with someone who is infected.
Symptoms
Symptoms include fatigue, nausea, belly pain, loss of appetite and low-grade fever.
Treatments
The condition clears up on its own in one or two months. Rest helps.
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