Are all types of hepatitis contagious?
I have hepatitis, and I feel it's contagious. I really want to ask, are all types of hepatitis contagious?
Doctor's answer (1)
Not all hepatitis is contagious. There are various types of hepatitis, including viral hepatitis, fatty liver hepatitis, alcoholic hepatitis, autoimmune hepatitis, and non-infectious hepatitis.
Viral hepatitis, such as hepatitis A, B, and C, is contagious and mainly spreads through blood, bodily fluids, mother-to-child transmission, sexual contact, and the fecal-oral route. Other types of hepatitis, such as fatty liver hepatitis, alcoholic hepatitis, and autoimmune hepatitis, are not contagious and are not classified as infectious diseases. Non-infectious hepatitis may be caused by non-viral factors, such as medications, alcohol abuse, autoimmune disorders, or genetic metabolic diseases. These types of hepatitis cannot be transmitted to others through contact or daily interactions.
If you are concerned about hepatitis infection, it is recommended to receive timely vaccinations (e.g., hepatitis B vaccine) and take appropriate preventive measures.
