Hepatitis refers to inflammation of the liver that can be caused by a viral infection, alcohol consumption, drugs, autoimmune disease, or other factors.
The symptoms of hepatitis can vary depending on the cause and the severity of the disease. Some of the common symptoms include:
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Nausea and vomiting
Abdominal pain
Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
Dark urine
Pale-colored stools
Joint pain
Fever
Hepatitis can affect the liver, which is the largest organ in the body and plays a vital role in filtering toxins from the blood, producing bile to aid in digestion, and storing glucose and vitamins. If left untreated, hepatitis can lead to liver failure, cirrhosis, and liver cancer