Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B
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Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a serious liver infection caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV). It's one of the most common types of viral hepatitis worldwide.
Hepatitis B is a serious liver infection caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV). It's one of the most common types of viral hepatitis worldwide.
How is Hepatitis B Transmitted?
How is Hepatitis B Transmitted?
Hepatitis B is primarily spread through contact with infected bodily fluids, such as:
Blood
Semen
Vaginal fluids
Common ways the virus can be transmitted include:
Unprotected sexual contact
Sharing needles, syringes, or other drug injection equipment
From an infected mother to her baby during childbirth
Exposure to infected blood, such as through needle sticks or open wounds, syringes, or other equipment to inject drugs
Exposure to infected blood, such as through needle sticks or open wounds
Receiving unscreened blood for transfusion or organ transplant
Being born to a mother with Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is not typically spread through sexual contact or from sharing food, drinks, or personal care items.
Symptoms of Hepatitis B
Symptoms of Hepatitis B
Many people with Hepatitis B don't have any symptoms, especially in the early stages. When symptoms do occur, they can include:
Fever
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Nausea and vomiting
Abdominal pain
Dark urine
Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
Complications of Hepatitis B
Complications of Hepatitis B
If left untreated, Hepatitis B can lead to serious complications such as:
Chronic liver disease
Cirrhosis (scarring of the liver)
Liver cancer
Liver failure
Fortunately, there is an effective vaccine that can prevent Hepatitis B infection. Treatment is also available for those who contract the virus.
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