Hepatitis Flashcards
Define Hepatitis
Inflammation of the liver
How does someone contract Hepatitis A?
When the come into contact with food or water contaminated with faeces (i.e shellfish from polluted water ways), in close contact with someone with poor sanitation
How does Hepatitis A differ from Hepatitis B in terms of disease progression and treatment?
Hep B can be acute and chronic, people may need antivirals
Hep A is only acute and people usually recover form illness with no treatment as it is self limiting
Is there a vaccination for Hep B?
Yes
Who is recommended to be vaccinated against Hep B?
Babies, health care workers, anyone who wants it, people with medical conditions
Which hepatitis is transmitted through food and water?
Hep A and Hep E
How can healthcare workers protect themselves from contracting Hepatitis B?
Get vaccinated
Use correct PPE
Practicing hand hygiene
Safe handling of needles/sharps and body fluids
Undergo training
List all types of Hepatitis
A,B,C,D,E
List each way all 5 types are transmitted?
A-faecal-oral route
B-blood and bodily fluids
C-Blood to blood contact only
D-Blood and bodily fluids
E-contaminated food and water
Which Hepatitis is incurable?
Hep B
List disease states associated with Hepatitis C?
Diabetes type 2
Lymphoma
Kidney Disease
Who is more at risk of contract hepatitis B:
Babies
Unvaccinated healthcare workers
People who inject drugs
List symptoms of Hepatitis C:
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Joint Pain
Nausea
Vomiting
Is there a vaccination for Hep C:
Yes
Is there a vaccination for Hep A?
Yes
How would someone contract Hep A?
ingest faeces through contaminated food or water
What are symptoms of Hep A?
dark urine
Aches and pains
Lack of appetite
Ways to prevent Hep A?
Wash hands before eating food
Wash hands after using the toilet
Get vaccinated
Is Hep A acute, chronic or both?
Acute only
How long is someone with Hep A sick for usually?
1-3 weeks
What is the treatment for Hep A?
rest and fluids, no treatment is usually needed as it is self limiting.
