Hepatitis A {HAV, Hep A} is a liver disease caused by the Hepatitis A virus. Hepatitis A {HAV, Hep A} can affect anyone. Good personal hygiene and proper sanitation can help prevent Hepatitis A.

Are there long term effects?

There is no “chronic” (long term) infection and once you have had Hepatitis A (HAV, Hep A), you cannot get it again. Only about 15% of people infected with HAV will have prolonged or relapsing symptoms over a 6-9 month period.

What are the symptoms?

Jaundice (yellowing of the skin/eyes)

Fatigue

Abdominal Pain

Loss of Appetite

Nausea

Diarrhea

Fever

Resources:

www.webmd.com