What is the treatment for hepatitis A and E infections?
There is no cure for hepatitis A or E. Symptoms usually last for two to three weeks. In rare cases symptoms can come and go for up to six months. Most people recover completely. Fluid and electrolyte replacement may be given to replace fluids lost to vomiting and diarrhea. How can hepatitis A and E infections be prevented? If someone in your household has hepatitis A, you can protect yourself and other members of the household by getting a short term immunization against the virus within 2 weeks of exposure. There is currently no vaccine available for hepatitis E. People who are at high risk for hepatitis A or for complications from hepatitis A should also get the long lasting vaccine. People who should get vaccinated include people in the following groups: • Household and sexual contacts of people who are infected • Injection and other drug users • International travelers to countries where water treatment infrastructure is poor • Males who have sex with men • People who live in areas
