Symptoms
Fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, yellowing of skin/eyes (jaundice), dark urine.
Cause
Viral infection (A, B, C, E most common), spread via contaminated food/water (A, E) or blood/body fluids (B, C).
Prevention
Vaccination (A and B), safe food/water practices, avoiding shared needles, safe blood transfusion practices.
Treatment
Supportive care and rest for A/E; antiviral medication for chronic B/C as prescribed by a specialist; vaccination prevents A and B. Commonly used medicines: tenofovir or entecavir for Hepatitis B; sofosbuvir-based regimens for Hepatitis C.
See a doctor if
Marked jaundice, persistent vomiting, or confusion — needs urgent medical evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Hepatitis?
Fatigue, nausea, abdominal pain, yellowing of skin/eyes (jaundice), dark urine.
What causes Hepatitis?
Viral infection (A, B, C, E most common), spread via contaminated food/water (A, E) or blood/body fluids (B, C).
How can Hepatitis be prevented?
Vaccination (A and B), safe food/water practices, avoiding shared needles, safe blood transfusion practices.
What is the treatment for Hepatitis?
Supportive care and rest for A/E; antiviral medication for chronic B/C as prescribed by a specialist; vaccination prevents A and B. Commonly used medicines: tenofovir or entecavir for Hepatitis B; sofosbuvir-based regimens for Hepatitis C.
When should I see a doctor for Hepatitis?
Marked jaundice, persistent vomiting, or confusion — needs urgent medical evaluation.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10