Hepatitis E

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Description

Hepatitis E is a form of Viral Hepatitis that is caused by the Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) (a RNA Virus).  The Hepatitis E Virus is from the Calciviridae family of Viruses.

 

These Foods may Cause Hepatitis E

Meats

 Pork consumption may increase the risk of Hepatitis E (pigs are known to be carriers of the Hepatitis E Virus that causes Hepatitis E).  [1]

 

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