For each hepatitis its treatment
Hepatitis A
Incubation is 15 to 45 days.
The hepatitis A virus is transmitted by the oral and digestive routes (dirty hands, contaminated food or water). Usually, this type of hepatitis resolves spontaneously, within a few weeks, and does not leave any damage.
Hepatitis B and C
Incubation is 50 to 150 days.
Transmitted through sex or through the blood, hepatitis B and C are much more dangerous: they can become chronic, sometimes leading to cirrhosis, or even, in the long term, to liver cancer. A mother infected with hepatitis B during pregnancy can pass it on to her child.
Hepatitis D, E and G
Incubation is 15 to 90 days for the E.
The risk of hepatitis E increases in people who stay abroad frequently. The hepatitis D virus manifests itself as an additional infection as soon as the hepatitis B virus is present. The hepatitis G virus has recently been discovered.
Treatments for hepatitis
The hepatitis A vaccine mainly concerns young travelers going to endemic areas (Asia, Africa, Latin America). The recommended regimen is 2 injections 30 days apart and a booster one year later. There is a combined anti A and anti B vaccine. |
- Usually, hepatitis A resolves spontaneously within a few weeks and does not leave any damage.
- IToday there is an effective and safe vaccine against hepatitis B (scientifically proven). It is currently offered before age 7 and must be done in all risk groups (mandatory in health professions). Consult Baby’s immunization schedule.
Vaccination against hepatitis A is contraindicated in patients with multiple sclerosis and allergic reaction after the first injection.
- There is currently no vaccine for hepatitis C.
In all cases, have impeccable hygiene. Disinfect the toilets after use, wash the dishes separately, reserve a towel and a glove for Baby, disinfect your hands after each contact with a sick person. When traveling, drink or eat only cooked, roasted or cooked things.