Viral hepatitis E
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 E spreads through contaminated water and is a major cause of jaundice outbreaks in India, especially during monsoons. Most people recover completely, but it can be serious in pregnant women causing severe complications. Clean drinking water and good hygiene are essential for prevention.
Common symptoms
jaundicedark urineabdominal painfevervomitingfatigue
🌦️ monsoon🌦️ post-monsoon
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When to see a doctor: within 24 hours
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Viral hepatitis E?
jaundice, dark urine, abdominal pain, fever, vomiting, fatigue.
When should I see a doctor?
within 24 hours
Is Viral hepatitis E common in India?
Viral hepatitis E 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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