Information & ResourcesThe word ‘hepatitis’ basically refers to inflammation of the liver while the reasons for the inflammation may vary from viruses such as Hepatitis A, B or C or even as a result of alcohol consumption or taking medications that negatively impact the liver. A person can acquire more than one hepatitis virus at a time, take a look at the chart below that explains the basic differences.
Hepatitis ABC’s
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Hepatitis A |
Hepatitis B |
Hep C |
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Transmission |
Fecal-oral route |
Blood and body fluids (similar to HIV) |
Blood-to-blood contact only; fluids that contain blood |
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Progression of the disease |
Infection usually clears on its own. Mild illness possibly including fatigue, fever and jaundice |
85% can clear the virus without treatment. Chronic infection can lead to liver damage, cirrhosis and cancer |
20% clear the virus without treatment. Chronic infection can lead to liver damage, cirrhosis and cancer |
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Treatment |
None |
Antiviral medications with varying success |
Antiviral medications with varying success |
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Vaccine |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
Hepatitis C Transmission: https://www.catie.ca/prevention-how-transmission-occurs/hepatitis-c-transmission
Common Questions About Hep C: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCPo7qb5mW4
Talking About Hep C: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WB5bnHOzxvs HEP NS: https://www.hepns.ca/
