Viral hepatitis A
Moderateहिंदी: क्रोनिक हेपेटाइटिस सी · தமிழ்: நாள்பட்ட ஹெபடைட்டிஸ் சி · ಕನ್ನಡ: ದೀರ್ಘಕಾಲದ ಹೆಪಟೈಟಿಸ್ ಸಿ · తెలుగు: దీర్ఘకాలిక హెపటైటిస్ సి · বাংলা: দীর্ঘস্থায়ী হেপাটাইটিস সি · मराठी: क्रॉनिक हिपॅटायटिस सी · ગુજરાતી: ક્રોનિક હેપેટાઇટિસ સી
About this condition
Hepatitis A is a viral liver infection spread through contaminated food and water, extremely common in India due to poor sanitation. It causes yellowing of eyes and skin, dark urine, and fatigue, but usually resolves on its own with rest and hydration. Prevention through vaccination and clean drinking water is important.
Common symptoms
yellow eyes and skindark urinepale stoolsfeverloss of appetitenausea
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When to see a doctor: within 24 hours
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Viral hepatitis A?
yellow eyes and skin, dark urine, pale stools, fever, loss of appetite, nausea.
When should I see a doctor?
within 24 hours
Is Viral hepatitis A common in India?
Viral hepatitis A is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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