Hepatitis Type A (infection or hepatitis with short incubation) affects many homosexuals and people with the HIV virus. The incubation period is 15-50 days, the average is 30 days. Is a non-chronic disease.
CAUSE
Hepatitis A virus (HAV). HAV is found in the feces of patients with hepatitis A. Through food and drink contaminated by HAV.
SYMPTOMS
Generally there are no symptoms in children. Adults may experience flu-like symptoms with abdominal pain, jaundice, dark colored urine, and nausea.
Diagnosis
Asked if it found the symptoms of hepatitis virus blood tests will be performed to confirm the diagnosis and type of virus. In case of chronic hepatitis, it is advisable to do a biopsy.
TREATMENT
This disease will heal itself after a few weeks.
PREVENTION
Hepatitis A vaccine is the best protection. Short-term protection against hepatitis A is of immunoglobulins. Can be administered before and during contact with HAV. Always wash hands with soap and water after being in the bathroom and before preparing food.
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