Sonia Verma Sonia Verma Asked 5 months ago

Is hepatitis a virus or bacteria -ai?

My father was talking about different infections, and he was confused about hepatitis A. Could you please clarify if hepatitis A is a virus or bacteria? He keeps mixing them up.

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Mrs. Kamala Prasad Mrs. Kamala Prasad Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago
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Oh, back in my days, we used to call it jaundice sometimes, but the doctors always clarified it's a virus. My neighbor's child got it from contaminated water. So, it's viral, dear, not bacterial. Don't worry too much, just be careful.

Sameer Khan Sameer Khan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

It's a virus. When I visit my family doctor at Apollo, I always ask him everything. He said Hepatitis A, B, C all are viral. If you have any specific concerns, best to ask your own doctor directly, they can explain in detail.

Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

I totally get that these terms can be confusing! But yes, Hepatitis is caused by a virus, not bacteria. It's helpful to know this distinction when discussing treatments or prevention.

Arjun Patel Arjun Patel Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Hepatitis is a virus, yes. For anyone, but especially for those managing conditions like diabetes, it's crucial to be very careful with hygiene and food to avoid any viral infections. Always check with your doctor for guidance on diet and prevention.

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Sunita Devi Sunita Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Listen, it's a virus. Not bacteria. There are different types of Hepatitis viruses. If you feel sick, go to the doctor, don't just guess. They will tell you what it is and what to do.

Rajesh Gupta Rajesh Gupta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

It's a virus, plain and simple. Don't fall for WhatsApp forwards or home remedies claiming to cure viral infections without a doctor. Always verify with a proper medical professional for diagnosis and treatment.

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