Hepatitis E

Question 1

What is the aetiology for Hep E?

Answer 1

· RNA virus.

· Similar to HAV.

Question 2

How is Hep E transmitted?

Answer 2

Via faecal-oral route.

Question 3

What treatment options are available for Hep E?

Answer 3

· No specific treatment.
· Self-limiting.
· Immunosuppressed people with chronic hepatitis E benefit from specific treatment using ribavirin, an antiviral drug.

Question 4

How can Hep E be prevented?

Answer 4

· By maintaining quality standards for public water supplies.
· By establishing proper disposal systems for human faeces.