Hepatitis E Flashcards
1
Q
What is the aetiology for Hep E?
A
· RNA virus.
· Similar to HAV.
2
Q
How is Hep E transmitted?
A
Via faecal-oral route.
3
Q
What treatment options are available for Hep E?
A
· No specific treatment.
· Self-limiting.
· Immunosuppressed people with chronic hepatitis E benefit from specific treatment using ribavirin, an antiviral drug.
4
Q
How can Hep E be prevented?
A
· By maintaining quality standards for public water supplies.
· By establishing proper disposal systems for human faeces.