Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is also called infectious hepatitis. This form of hepatitis (HAV) lives in the stools (faeces) of infected individuals. Infected stool can be present in small amounts in food and on objects (nappies, door handles) and is spread when someone ingests anything that was contaminated with HAV-infected stools, or in water, milk, food and especially in shellfish. Most people are unaware of having contracted HAV as the symptoms are often not too severe and can present as flu-like symptoms. These symptoms can last for up to 6 months, and do not necessitate medication as the virus usually clears on its own. However, the use of FAITH Drops will speed recovery as well assist in the removal of the unpleasant flu-like symptoms.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B also commonly known as serum hepatitis (HBV) is caused by a virus that affects the liver which is passed on in semen, vaginal secretions, salivia and blood. Sexual intercourse without condoms, sharing needles, childbirth from an infected mother, sharing toothbrushes, razors or personal toiletry items may lead to the exchange of bodily fluids and cause the virus to be passed on.

Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C (HCV) is spread by direct contact with an infected person’s blood. The symptoms can be very similar to those of the hepatits A and B viruses, however, HCV can lead to chronic liver disease and is one of the leading reasons for liver transplants in the USA. This virus is transmitted by sharing drug needles, having a tattoo or body piercing with unsterilised tools or blood transfusions in countries where the blood is not screened for Hepatitis. It is less commonly transmitted through sexual contact and may also be transmitted from mother to newborn infants. Hepatitis C is a common threat in kidney dialysis centers.

All of the viruses above can be diagnosed by blood tests.

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