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The hepatitis A virus is found in the faeces of infected people. It is spread because of poor personal hygiene. The most common causes of infection are contaminated food or water and person-to-person contact. In countries with poor sanitation, water can become contaminated. Food prepared or washed with contaminated water can also easily transmit the infection. Fruits, salads, raw vegetables and any uncooked foods are considered to be high risk, as are ice, iced drinks and ice cream. Food that comes into contact with contaminated seawater, for example, shellfish, can also transmit the infection. There have also been outbreaks of hepatitis A among intravenous drug users although other types of hepatitis (B and C) are usually of more concern in this group.
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Can you donate blood if you have had hepatitis?
No, because this can put the recipient at great risk for getting hepatitis.
Can human papilloma virus or hepatitis lead to cancer?
Both HPV and viral hepatitis can increase the risk of cancer. Luckily, there are vaccines available to lower the risk of HPV related cancer and hepatitis B-related cancer.
Does everyone with hiv get hepatitis?
No, not everyone with HIV gets hepatitis. Viral hepatitis and HIV have similar risk factors, but they don't always go together.
Why give an infant or child a hepatitis B shot when they aren't at risk of contracting it?
Because an adult can have hepatitis B and be asymptomatic. Everyone is at risk of exposure to bodily fluids.
Can you get heptatitis from tattoo needles?
You can't. You get it from the needle not the tatoo.
How many liver cancer patients show evidence of hepatitis infection?
Hepatitis infections, particularly chronic infections with hepatitis B virus (HBV) or hepatitis C virus (HCV), are significant risk factors for the development of liver cancer. Chronic hepatitis infections can lead to inflammation and damage to the liver over time, increasing the likelihood of liver cancer. The relationship between hepatitis and liver cancer is well-established: Hepatitis B Virus (HBV): Chronic infection with HBV is a major risk factor for liver cancer. Individuals with chronic HBV infection have a higher risk of developing liver cirrhosis, which can progress to liver cancer. Hepatitis B vaccination is a preventive measure to reduce the risk of HBV-related liver cancer. Hepatitis C Virus (HCV): Chronic infection with HCV is another significant risk factor for liver cancer. Similar to HBV, chronic HCV infection can lead to liver cirrhosis and increase the risk of liver cancer. Antiviral medications are available to treat chronic HCV infection and may reduce the risk of liver cancer in some cases. The prevalence of hepatitis infection in liver cancer patients can vary depending on geographic regions, as the prevalence of hepatitis infections is not uniform worldwide. In areas with high rates of hepatitis infections, a substantial proportion of liver cancer cases may be attributed to chronic hepatitis.
What can typhoid fever and hepatitis be related to?
Poor sanitation is a common factor in typhoid fever and hepatitis. Lack of clean water are risk factors.
Do HIV infected individuals have an increased risk of acquiring viral hepatitis?
Yes it does.
Why is the hepatitis B vaccination recommended for most hemodialysis patients?
Because there is a great deal of blood exposure involved in dialysis treatment, a slight risk of contracting hepatitis B and hepatitis C exists
How are you at risk for getting hepatitis if you are gay?
The risk of Hepatitis us the same for straight people as it is for gay people. Hepatitis is transmitted by contact with feces (oral or anal). This is why you're supposed to wash your hands after using the toilet, and before eating or preparing food. It's a good idea to wash after anal intercourse. But more straight people contract Hepatitis than gay people.
If my boyfriend had Hepatitis when he was younger am I still at risk of getting it?
No you won't catch it from him if he is no longer affected by it.
What bloodborne pathogen puts health care workers at particular risk?
Hepatitis C
