Jaundice and hepatitis E test positive

2018-02-17 12:33:22
I have jaundice and on hepatitis E test, the Hepatitis E antibodies HEV, IGM, serum EIA level was 21.6 but for the test to be negative, it is mentioned that it should be <0.9. Is my level of hepatitis E too high and acute? How long will it take me to get better and what precautions shall I take?
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Hepatitis A  and E are the most common types of Viral Hepatitis in India. Esp Hepatitis E. The infection spreads through contaminated water and food, resulting in infection of the liver, and hence Jaundice. The disease is usually self limited The acute illness may result in anorexia, nausea, and vomiting, predisposing patients to dehydration. These symptoms tend to be worse in the afternoon or evening. Patients should attempt to ingest significant calories in the morning. As they improve, frequent small meals may be better tolerated. Hospitalization should be considered for patients with dehydration. Neither multivitamins nor specific dietary requirements are required. You should be fine withing 3 to 4 weeks.

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