Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

There are 3 main types of hepatitis B; _____ & Fulminant, Chronic

Complications of chronic hepatitis B include _____ which can progress into hepatocellular carcinoma

Most patients with chronic hepatitis B present _____; but can present with symptoms of chronic liver disease as well as a PMH of acute hepatitis B

Hepatitis A usually lasts < _____

Hint: time

Hepatitis A icteric phase lasts _____ & presents with jaundice, cholestasis & ± pruritus

Hint: time range

Hepatitis B serology: HbsAg _____ Anti-HBs -ve Anti-HBc IgM +ve = Acute Hepatitis B

Hepatitis A is transmitted via the _____

Hepatitis B serology: HbsAg _____ Anti-HBs -ve Anti-HBc IgG +ve = Chronic hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is more commonly spread via _____ & sharing needles (IVDU)

Hepatitis A symptoms often improve once _____ occurs