Hepatitis E

A rare form of liver inflammation caused by infection with the hepatitis E virus (HEV). It is transmitted via food or drink handled by an infected person or through infected water supplies in areas where fecal matter may get into the water. Hepatitis E does not cause chronic liver disease.

Signs and Symptoms

Individuals with hepatitis e may experience the following symptoms:

Severity: Mild · Moderate · Severe

• joint pain (Moderate)
• vomiting (Severe)
• fatigue (Moderate)
• high fever (Severe)
• yellowish skin (Moderate)
• dark urine (Moderate)
• nausea (Severe)
• loss of appetite (Moderate)
• abdominal pain (Moderate)
• yellowing of eyes (Moderate)
• acute liver failure (Severe)
• coma (Severe)
• stomach bleeding (Severe)

Management and Self-Care

Recommended measures for managing hepatitis e include:

• stop alcohol consumption
• rest
• consult doctor
• medication