About 14 million people are infected with hepatitis A every year. 2.4 crore people live with hepatitis B (HPV) infection. 7.8 lakh people die. Millions are infected with the hepatitis A, B, C, D and E viruses.
Inflammation of the liver is called hepatitis. This inflammation can stop within a phase. If not, it can cause wrinkles and scarring in the liver. It can also cause liver scaring, liver failure and even liver cancer.
This inflammation is usually caused by germs. In addition, hepatitis can be caused by alcohol, certain medications, and autoimmune infections that affect our immune system.
There are a lot of viruses that affect the liver. These types of viruses range from 'A' to 'G'. Of these, ‘hepatitis B’ and ‘C’ are the worst. Viruses ‘B’ and ‘C’ are responsible for causing liver shrinkage and liver cancer in millions of people worldwide.
Hepatitis ‘A’ and ‘E’ are spread through food and water. B, C, and D are caused by close blood contact with an infected person.
In general, transmission of infected blood is transmitted through the use of surgical instruments, including improperly cleaned needles. The hepatitis B virus is not only transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy but also through physical contact. Therefore, pregnant women should consult a doctor for a blood test. If it is found to be infected with a virus, the baby should be treated to prevent it.
Pregnant women should be vaccinated against hepatitis alone. To prevent viral infections, the baby should be vaccinated against hepatitis B at birth. Vaccination can be given at any age.
Unsafe blood transfusions should be avoided. Use a single-use needle. Personal hygiene is essential to prevent the spread of hepatitis A and E virus through food and water. When an infected person cooks or serves food, it is more likely to spread to others. So, by staying clean, you can avoid harm. '
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