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Question 1

Hepatitis A vaccine schedule follows what format?

Answer 1

Initial followed by another at 6 months

If combines with Hep B initial, then 1 month and 6 months

Question 2

Can Hep A cause chronic infection?

Answer 2

No

Question 3

Campylobacter can typically present with bloody diarrhoea, fever, and peritonism after a 2-5 day incubation period. What are the treatment options beyond hydration?

Answer 3

Azithromycin 500mg OD for 3 days (10mg/kg kids)
OR
Ciprofloxacin 500mg PO BD for 3 days (12.5mg/kg)
OR norfloxacin 400mg BD for 3 days (10mg/kg)