Hepatitis A (cont.)
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- Hepatitis A Overview
- Hepatitis A Causes
- Hepatitis A Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Hepatitis A Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
- Support Groups and Counseling
- For More Information
- Web Links
- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
Hepatitis A Treatment
There are no specific medicines to cure infection with hepatitis A. Most people require no treatment except to relieve symptoms.
If you have been exposed to someone who is infected with HAV, there is a treatment that may prevent you from becoming infected. It is called immune globulin and is more likely to be effective when given within 2 weeks of exposure.
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One of the more common causes of acute hepatitis is hepatitis A virus (HAV).
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