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Symptoms of Hepatitis: Hepatitis is an infection related to the liver, due to which the liver gets swollen. Initially we are not even aware of its symptoms. So let's know what are its symptoms?

Tips to Prevent Hepatitis Infection: Our body works day and night, and the liver is one such organ that does many important tasks without stopping. Such as cleaning the blood, digesting food and giving strength to the body. But when this liver becomes sick, the whole body starts weakening. Hepatitis is a disease in which the liver gets swollen. Initially we do not even know its symptoms, and by the time we understand, the liver has suffered a lot of damage. If there is information in time, then hepatitis can be prevented and cured. It is very important to know how this disease occurs, what are its symptoms and how to avoid it?

What is hepatitis?

According to the Cleveland Clinic, hepatitis is inflammation of the liver. This disease is mostly caused by a viral infection. It can lead to liver cancer, liver failure and many other liver-related diseases. There are two types of hepatitis: Acute hepatitis - In this, the symptoms start suddenly. This disease gets cured within six months. In this, fever, fatigue, stomach pain etc. occur for a few days or weeks and then get cured. Second, chronic hepatitis - In this, hepatitis lasts for a long time, i.e. more than six months. It gradually worsens and can damage the liver. If not treated on time, it can lead to liver failure or liver cancer.

What are its symptoms?

Talking about its symptoms, initially the symptoms of hepatitis can be gradual or very mild, so it is not detected immediately. Its common symptoms include diarrhea, fatigue, weakness, fever, nausea or lack of appetite, pain in the upper right side of the stomach. On the other hand, if hepatitis has been there for a long time, then it can have serious symptoms, including forgetfulness, feeling sleepy, dark urine and light stool, itching on the skin, yellowing of the skin or the white part of the eyes, etc.

What should be done to avoid hepatitis?

To avoid hepatitis, always drink boiled or filtered pure water, avoid eating open food outside. Safe and effective vaccines are available for hepatitis. If you are in contact with a hepatitis infected person, do not share their toothbrush, razor, etc. During pregnancy, women should get tested for hepatitis B and if the infection is confirmed, get immediate treatment and eat clean and fresh food. Take diet and medicines only on the advice of doctors.