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Is hepatitis something that is passed vertically?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes: Yes. Hepatitis b is the classic example. It's a very common disease in parts of asia due to transmission from mother to infant.

Answered 5/10/2014

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