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Conclusion
Hepatitis E infections are similar to hepatitis A in different ways. They are both self-limited in most cases and transmitted through fecal particles in contaminated water and foods. However, some patients with hepatitis E develop chronic infections, especially if they are immunocompromised.
Symptoms include anorexia, weight loss, jaundice, pale stools, dark urine, and low-grade fever. Treatment is administered depending on the symptoms and the patient’s immunocompetence. In most cases, hospitalization is not required. However, doctors should monitor patients to detect complications and prevent the onset of acute liver failure.
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