Definition of Infectious hepatitis

1. Noun. An acute but benign form of viral hepatitis caused by an RNA virus that does not persist in the blood serum and is usually transmitted by ingesting food or drink that is contaminated with fecal matter.

Exact synonyms: Hepatitis A
Generic synonyms: Viral Hepatitis

Medical Definition of Infectious hepatitis

1. A form of viral hepatitis, known as infectious hepatitis, due to its ability to be spread through personal contact with oral secretions or stool. Virus will be shed in the stools of an infected individual 2-3 weeks prior to the onset of any symptoms. Hepatitis A may also be transmitted sexually. Symptoms are similar to those of influenza, but the skin and eyes may become yellow. Recent travel to a third world country is a risk factor. There is no specific treatment but infected individuals should avoid potentially hepatotoxic substances. The virus is a small (27nm diameter) single stranded RNA virus with some resemblance to enteroviruses such as polio. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Infectious Hepatitis

infectious bovine keratoconjunctivitis
infectious bovine rhinotracheitis
infectious bovine rhinotracheitis virus
infectious bronchitis virus
infectious bulbar paralysis
infectious bursal disease
infectious bursal disease virus
infectious canine hepatitis
infectious conjunctivitis
infectious coryza
infectious disease
infectious ectromelia virus
infectious eczematoid dermatitis
infectious enterohepatitis
infectious granuloma
infectious hepatitis immunization
infectious hepatitis virus
infectious icterus
infectious jaundice
infectious mono
infectious mononucleosis
infectious myositis
infectious myringitis
infectious necrotic hepatitis of sheep
infectious ophthalmia
infectious pancreatic necrosis virus
infectious papilloma of cattle
infectious period

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