Hepatitis B and C Flashcards
1
Q
How is hep B transmitted
A
Vertical transmission IVDU Sexual intercourse Needlestick Tranfusion Tattoos
2
Q
Likelihood of getting hep B from needlestick injury
A
1 in 3
3
Q
Where is incidence of hep B high?
A
Africa
South East Asia
4
Q
Prognosis of childhood hep B
A
40% chance of getting liver cirrhosis
5
Q
Presentation of hep B
A
Flu like symptoms Jaundice Dark urine and pale stools - intrahepatic cholestasis Rash Poly arthritis Fever Tender hepatomegaly
6
Q
Hep C symptoms
A
Flu like illness
Normally asymptomatic
7
Q
Hep C prognosis
A
80% progress to chronic infection
- cirrhosis
- hepatocellular carcinoma
8
Q
How long after exposure can Hep C be positive on a blood sample
A
4 - 10 weeks after exposure
9
Q
Investigations for hepatitis
A
LFTs
Antibody Serology
Urine sample
10
Q
Hep C transmission
A
IVDU
Needlestick injuries
Transfusion
