Hepatitis A&B

Hepatitis A and B are different viral infections of the liver, which have similar symptoms and signs. They both cause symptoms of 'gastro' (loss of appetite, vomiting and diarrhoea) and yellow jaundice. Hepatitis A (Infectious Hepatitis) has a shorter incubation period and is spread by direct exposure and person-to-person spread. Hepatitis B (Serum Hepatitis) has a longer incubation period; it is spread both by body fluids (e.g. blood, semen, saliva) and person-to-person spread.
In most cases of hepatitis (A and B) there is a full recovery. However, occasionally a very severe form of Hepatitis A occur which is rapidly fatal. Furthermore, Hepatitis B may result in a long-term liver infection and eventually cause permanent liver damage which is ultimately fatal.

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