HEPATITIS “A”

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HEPATITIS " A "

1. This is the most common type of viral hepatitis, highly

infectious and is caused by hepatitis A virus. This disease

commonly affects children and young adults.

2. Spread of infection is mainly by the oro-fecal route and

arises from the ingestion of contaminated water and food (e.g

milk). Overcrowding and poor sanitation facilitate the spread.

Infected person excretes virus in the feces for about 2 weeks

before the onset of clinical illness and for up to 7 days after.

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