It is the virus known to survive outside the body, for at least 7 days, provided if the conditions are right.
Hepatitis is an inflammatory condition of the liver and it disturbs various metabolic processes such as bile production, excretion, fat and protein metabolism, activation of enzymes and synthesis of proteins.
Hepatitis B is an infectious disease caused by an infection with the Hepatitis B virus.
It is contracted through flat tired wounds, contact with blood, saliva, fluids of an infectious bodyand also sharing personal belongings such as razors or toothbrush of an infected person can also cause Hepatitis B.
Hepatitis B symptoms include abdominal pain, fatigue, and jaundice. Symptoms do not come to limelight until one to six months. It could be diagnosed through a common blood test.