Hepatitis E

Abstract

Hepatitis E is an infectious disease associated with inflammation of the liver. What Is Hepatitis E?The hepatitis E virus (HEV) causes an infection of the liver, known as hepatitis E. The disease is more common in countries with inadequate sanitation and hygiene.Transmission usually occurs when people drink water contaminated with stool that contains HEV.Large outbreaks have occurred in refugee camps and other environments prone to overcrowding.Occasionally, hepatitis E occurs in high-income countries and is associated with contaminated pork and other meat products.

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