Hepatitis Awareness Month: Protect Your Liver, Protect Your Life

Screen Early, Act Fast, Stay Protected – Your Liver Deserves It

The world observes Hepatitis Awareness Month in May each year to raise awareness of the value of liver health and the battle against hepatitis. This month offers a chance to inform people about the various forms of hepatitis, its transmission and preventative measures. At Continental Hospitals were dedicated to educating people about liver diseases including hepatitis and giving them the best care possible.

What Does Hepatitis Mean?

Hepatitis is a liver inflammation that is frequently brought on by viral infections. In addition to producing vital proteins and aiding in digestion the liver is essential for the body’s detoxification. Serious health problems may result from the liver’s inability to carry out these tasks when it is inflamed. 

Hepatitis viruses come in five primary varieties: A B C D and E. These are the most prevalent types and they all have distinct effects on the liver.

• Hepatitis A

A transient infection hepatitis A is brought on by tainted food or water. It can make you feel really ill but it doesn’t harm your liver over time. 

• Hepatitis B

Blood semen and other body fluids are the means by which this is spread. Cirrhosis liver cancer and liver damage can result from chronic hepatitis B. 

• Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C is frequently acquired through blood-to-blood contact and can harm the liver over time and is one of the main reasons for liver transplants. 

• Hepatitis D

Only those with a hepatitis B infection experience this type. It raises the risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer and can hasten liver damage. 

• Hepatitis E

Pregnant women may die from hepatitis E which is primarily spread by tainted water and typically results in an acute infection.

Symptoms of Hepatitis

Some people may experience mild symptoms of hepatitis that they fail to identify as liver-related and the illness may not manifest symptoms right away. Typical symptoms to look out for are as follows. 

• Weary and feeble
• Unaccounted-for weight loss
• Jaundice or yellowing of the eyes and skin
• Discomfort in the abdomen particularly in the upper right section
• Light-colored stool and dark urine
• Vomiting and nausea
• Diminished appetite

It’s critical to get medical help right away if you encounter any of these symptoms. Long-term liver damage can be avoided in large part by receiving an early diagnosis. 

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Spread of Hepatitis

The type of hepatitis affects how it spreads. The ways in which each type is transmitted are broken down here. 

• Hepatitis A

contaminated water or food or intimate contact with an infected individual. 

• Hepatitis B

contact with contaminated blood or bodily fluids as can occur during sharing needles or unprotected intercourse. 

• Hepatitis C

mainly through intercourse between blood types such as sharing needles or obtaining blood products prior to the 1990s. 

• Hepatitis D

The only way it spreads is through blood-to-blood contact with an infected person. 

• Hepatitis E 

Water that has been contaminated particularly in places with inadequate sanitation. 

You can protect yourself and others by taking preventive action if you are aware of how hepatitis spreads.

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Prevention for Hepatitis 

There are vaccines for hepatitis A and B but not for hepatitis C. The following are some precautions you can take. 

• The Process of Vaccination

If you haven’t already got vaccinated against hepatitis A and B. Getting vaccinated can help shield you from these infections. 

• Maintaining Proper Hygiene

Before eating or preparing food, always wash your hands well with soap and water. 

• Observe Safe Procedures

Don’t share razors needles or anything else that might come into contact with blood. Reduce the chance of spreading hepatitis B and C by engaging in safe sexual behavior. 

• Consume Clean Water

When visiting places with inadequate sanitation be sure the water you drink comes from a trustworthy and safe source. 

• Frequent Screening

Get screened frequently if you are susceptible to hepatitis. To manage the illness and avoid complications early detection is essential. 

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