5 things you should know about Hepatitis A

 

5 things you should know about Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is an extremely contagious viral liver disease. It spreads through contamination through the faeces of an infected person.

Though it is not so common in the UK, it takes all but one person to catch it and spread it to others. Travellers to less sanitised countries, men having sex with men and people who inject drugs are the reasons for the spread of this disease.

Hepatitis A causes:

Hepatitis A is a virus borne disease and the virus is spread through human faeces. It can be spread by:

  • A meal prepared by an infected person who has not cleaned his hands while preparing the meal.
  • Drinking water contaminated with Hepatitis A virus.
  • Consuming raw or undercooked shellfishes which used to live in contaminated water.
  • Close contact including having sex with someone who has the infection.
  • Injecting drugs with contaminated equipment.

Symptoms of Hepatitis A:

Initial symptoms:

  • Tiredness
  • Feeling unwell
  • Loss of appetite
  • Joint and muscle pain
  • Comparatively higher temperature
  • Pain in the upper part of the tummy, especially in the right part
  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • Cough
  • Diarrhoea or constipation
  • Itchy rashes

Later symptoms:

  • Jaundice
  • Pale faeces and yellow urine
  • Itchy and sensitive skin
  • The swollen and tender right upper part of the tummy 

Serious symptoms:

  • Severe vomiting
  • Bruising and bleeding (usually from nose and gums) suddenly
  • Memory and concentration-related problems
  • Irritability
  • Confusion
  • Drowsiness

Diet of Hepatitis B:

  • Plenty of fruits and vegetables
  • Lean fish, skinless chicken, egg whites
  • Beans
  • Whole grains ( oats, brown rice, quinoa, barley)
  • Healthy fats ( nuts, olive oil, avocados)

Treatment of Hepatitis A:

  • Take plenty of rest
  • Take painkillers to relieve aches and pains
  • Stay in a well-ventilated environment
  • Eat small and light meals
  • Avoid alcohol

The vaccine of Hepatitis A:

The vaccine is found quite effective against Hepatitis A. It can protect people of all age groups. If you are from the UK and travelling to other countries you can get Hepatitis Travel vaccination Leighton Buzzard or Hepatitis travel vaccination Hanwell.

Location: 47 Coniston Rd, Leighton Buzzard LU7 2PJ, UK

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