What is the prevention of hepatitis A?

What is the prevention of hepatitis A?

Hepatitis A infection can be prevented by getting vaccine or immune globulin soon after coming into contact with the virus. Persons who have recently been exposed to HAV should get immune globulin or vaccine as soon as possible, but not more than 2 weeks after the last exposure.

How is hepatitis A prevented and treated?

Lifestyle and home remedies

  1. Avoid sexual activity. Avoid all sexual activity if you have hepatitis A.
  2. Wash your hands thoroughly after using the toilet and changing diapers. Scrub vigorously for at least 20 seconds and rinse well.
  3. Don’t prepare food for others while you’re actively infected.

Is Hepatitis E Vaccine Preventable?

Hepatitis E, a Vaccine-Preventable Cause of Maternal Deaths.

What is hepatitis A and hepatitis E?

Hepatitis E, also called enteric hepatitis (enteric means related to the intestines), is similar to hepatitis A, and more prevalent in Asia and Africa. It is also transmitted through the fecal-oral route. It is generally not fatal, though it is more serious in women during pregnancy and can cause fetal complications.

How can you prevent getting hepatitis?

There are many ways you can reduce your chances of getting hepatitis:

  1. Get the vaccines for hepatitis A and hepatitis B.
  2. Use a condom during sex.
  3. Don’t share needles to take drugs.
  4. Practice good personal hygiene such as thorough hand-washing with soap and water.
  5. Don’t use an infected person’s personal items.

What is the treatment of hepatitis E?

There is no specific antiviral therapy for acute hepatitis E. Physicians should offer supportive therapy. Patients are typically advised to rest, get adequate nutrition and fluids, avoid alcohol, and check with their physician before taking any medications that can damage the liver, especially acetaminophen.

What causes hepatitis E?

Hepatitis E is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis E virus (HEV). HEV is found in the stool of an infected person. It is spread when someone unknowingly ingests the virus – even in microscopic amounts.

What is the best prevention for all types of hepatitis?

The best way to prevent hepatitis A is through vaccination with the hepatitis A vaccine. Vaccination is recommended for all children, for travelers to certain countries, and for people at high risk for infection with the virus.

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