Hepatitis E Overview
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What is a primary mode of transmission for Hepatitis E?

  • Fecal-Oral (correct)
  • Blood transfusion
  • Airborne particles
  • Sexual contact
  • Which of the following statements is true regarding Hepatitis E?

  • Jaundice is almost always absent
  • It has a chronic form
  • It resembles Hepatitis A and is self-limited (correct)
  • Symptoms include prolonged fatigue
  • What is the typical incubation period for Hepatitis E?

  • Over 3 months
  • 1-2 weeks
  • 7-14 days
  • 15-65 days (correct)
  • Which of the following is a common symptom of Hepatitis E?

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    Hepatitis E is distinct in that it lacks what characteristic?

    <p>Presence of chronic form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Hepatitis E

    • Hepatitis E is a viral infection of the liver.
    • Transmission of Hepatitis E is fecal-oral.
    • There is no chronic form of Hepatitis E.
    • The incubation period of Hepatitis E is 15-65 days.
    • The symptoms of Hepatitis E closely resemble those of Hepatitis A.
    • The course of Hepatitis E is generally self-limiting, with a sudden onset.
    • Jaundice is frequently observed in those infected with Hepatitis E.

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    Test your knowledge about Hepatitis E, a viral liver infection transmitted through the fecal-oral route. This quiz covers its symptoms, incubation period, and course of the disease, including its similarities to Hepatitis A. Learn more about the key facts and implications of this self-limiting infection.

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