Question 1

how do you get hepatitis d, e?

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D body fluids E from: The hdv virus, aka the delta virus, causes hepatitis d in people who already have hep b.  Like hep b,  transmitted through sexual contact, contaminated blood or sharing needles.

The hepatitis e virus is spread through contaminated food or water.  Found in developing countries. No reported case of long term liver damage from it.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of hepatitis d?

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Hepatitis D: Most patients with hepatitis D have no symptoms, but when symptoms do occur, they are similar to other types of hepatitis, namely jaundice of the skin, eyes, or urine, abdominal pain, joint pain, loss of appetite, and fatigue.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: hepatitis d?

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Hepatitis D: Hepatitis D is an infection which causes liver inflammation due to the  hepatitis D virus .

Question 4

are hepatitis d and e new viruses?

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No: The viruses themselves are probably quite ancient.  Their discovery by scientists is relatively recent, but more than 5 years ago.

Question 5

what is the treatment for hepatitis d?

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Treat HBV: Some patients with chronic hepatitis d may be considered for treatment for hepatitis b so go to a tertiary care center for evaluation.

Question 6

are there any treatments for hepatitis d?

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Hepatitis D: There are currently no specific treatments for Hepatitis D. It is not responsive to antiviral medications.

Question 7

can a naturopathic dr help with hepatitis d?

Accepted Answer

No: Unless he / she can prescribe anti-viral medications.

Question 8

what is the difference between hepaptitis c, hepatitis d and hepatitis e?

Accepted Answer

Different viruses: These are all completely different viruses which can cause hepatitis.  Hepatitis d is always seen in conjunction with hepatitis b.  Hepatitis c is the most common hepatitis in the us and is generally transmitted by blood transfusion or IV drug use.  Hepatitis e is an infection transmitted in feces, similar to hepatitis a.

Question 9

what are short term effects of hepatitis c and hepatitis d?

Accepted Answer

Elevated LFT: Liver enzyme elevation/ jaundice/ nausea/ GI side effects are possible.

Question 10

can vaccination for hepatitis b covers hepatitis d in a baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: One needs hepatitis b to contract hepatitis d.

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