Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

Hepatitis Infection

Hepatitis is commonly caused by viral infection. Main symptom observed is inflammation of liver; there by alter the functions of it. Based upon the causative organisms hepatitis is classified in to 5 different types, those are hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. Each type of hepatitis infection is affected by different microorganisms.

  Common symptoms of hepatitis:

                       For chronic diseases like hepatitis B & C no earlier symptoms were observed. Symptoms for acute hepatitis appear quickly. Those are as follows

• Abdominal pain
• Loss of appetite
• Unexpected weight loss
• Jaundice

  Preventive methods:

• Maintenance of personnel hygiene
• Proper vaccination