Hepatitis is responsible for 1.34million death annually, almost the same rate as hiv/aids,tuberculosis and malaria.
This inflammation could be due to infection and non infectious toxins.
The non infectious agents include alcohol, drugs etc
Hepatitis B, C, and D are known to cause chronic infection and could be chronic infections and could be contracted through body fluids and blood While A and E cause acute infections and could be contracted through ingestion of contaminated water and food.
Common symptoms of hepatitis
Yellowness of the eyes
Loss of appetite
Abdominal pain
Pale stool
Deep coloured urine
Weight loss
Complications of hepatitis
Liver cirrhosis
Liver cancer
Loss of life(death)
How to prevent hepatitis A and E
Do not drink contaminated water and eat contaminate food
Wash fruits and vegetables properly before consumption
How to prevent hepatitis B, C, D
Avoid sharing skin piercing instruments
Avoid unprotected sexual intercourse
Avoid unscreened blood transfusion and blood products
Other preventive measures include
Avoid alcohol and smoking abuse
Ensure that children are vaccinated with 3 doses of hepatitis B vaccine within the first six(6) months of life
