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They are sometimes caused by a virus.
They can be prevented with a vaccine.
Hep A and B can cause swelling or inflammation, and possible damage, to the liver.
Hepat= liver
itis= swelling, inflammation
Thus: hepatitis= swelling or inflammation of the liver.
There is also Hep C which is very hard and in some cases impossible to cure, and Hep C has no vaccine. Fortunately it is more rare to contract Hep C (mostly IV drug users or unprotected anal sex).
What else can I help you with?
One someone has hepatitis b the vaccine for them is of no use True or false?
One someone has hepatitis b the vaccine for them is of no use True or false?
Is it true that usana vitamins can cure hepatitis b?
no
Is hepatitis b a gram positive bacillus?
Hepatitis B is not a bacterial disease, its a viral diseas..
What pathogens cause hepatitis b?
The causative agent for Hepatitis B is Hepatitis B virus.
What type of pathogen is hepatitis b?
The hepatitis B illness is caused by the hepatitis B virus, a species of the genus Orthohepadnavirus.
What statement is true of the hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver and can lead to both acute and chronic diseases. It is transmitted through contact with infectious body fluids, such as blood, semen, and vaginal secretions. Vaccination is available and is highly effective in preventing the infection. Chronic hepatitis B can increase the risk of liver cirrhosis and liver cancer if left untreated.
Can you get hepatitis from touching blood?
No. Hepatitis C is spread via blood-to-blood contact. So unless both persons have bleeding hands, the answer is no.
Can you give hepatitis b vaccine to someone with hepatitis B?
Yes, the hepatitis B vaccine can be given to someone with hepatitis B. It is still recommended in order to prevent reinfection with other strains of the virus and to protect against potential complications of chronic hepatitis B.
Is hepatitis A a virus or bacteria?
Hepatitis is inflammation in the liver caused by the virus hepatitis B.
Is it true HIV-infected individuals have an increased risk of acquiring viral hepatitis (A B and C).?
Yes, it is unfortunate true.
Which type of viral hepatitis is caused by drug use or sexual activity?
Both hepatitis B and C are from the exchange of body fluids.
Which type of hepatitis can only exist with a hepatitis b co-infection?
Hepatitis D, also known as delta hepatitis, can only exist as a co-infection with hepatitis B. It requires the presence of the hepatitis B virus to replicate and cause infection. Individuals can become infected with hepatitis D simultaneously with hepatitis B or can acquire it later, but it is dependent on hepatitis B for its existence.
