Hepatitis and it's types in English

The main types of hepatitis are:

• Hepatitis A: Caused by the Hepatitis A virus (HAV). It is typically transmitted through the ingestion of contaminated food or water. It causes an acute infection but not chronic disease.

• Hepatitis B: Caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV). It is transmitted through blood, semen, and other body fluids. It can lead to acute or chronic infection and increases the risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer.

• Hepatitis C: Caused by the Hepatitis C virus (HCV). It is primarily transmitted through infected blood. Chronic Hepatitis C is a leading cause of cirrhosis and liver cancer.

• Hepatitis D: Caused by the Hepatitis D virus (HDV). This virus can only infect in the presence of the Hepatitis B virus (HBV). HDV-HBV co-infection can lead to more severe disease.

• Hepatitis E: Caused by the Hepatitis E virus (HEV). It is usually transmitted through contaminated water, especially in areas with poor sanitation. It typically causes an acute infection.