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Medical Conditions - Hepatitis E

An infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis E virus is termed hepatitis E. It is caused due to poor sanitation conditions and spreads via fecal contamination of drinking water supplies, affecting hundreds and thousands of persons.

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What are the possible causes of fluctuation in bilirubin levels?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. NASH (nonalcoholic steatohepatitis) and hepatitis E are both different conditions. Hepatitis E can also cause hepatitis.

Is abortion a better option when infected by HEV in pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no need for the abortion as HEV (hepatitis E virus) does not cross the placenta, but you need to have a close follow up for the pregnancy.

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Will hepatitis E cause any complication in a diabetic?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Usually hepatitis E is not life threatening in most of the patients. It significantly impairs the life for two months.

My hepatitis E result is 9.4 u/ml with yellow eyes. Please suggest medication.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your symptoms and your test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it looks like you have viral hepatitis, particularly hepatitis E.

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