Condition
Pediatric Hepatitis
Key Points about Pediatric Hepatitis in Children
- Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. It can damage and destroy liver cells.
- Hepatitis in children can be caused by many things. Your child can get hepatitis by being exposed to a virus that causes it.
- There are five main types of the hepatitis virus: A, B, C, D and E.
- The most common symptoms of hepatitis include a yellowish color to the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice) and flu-like symptoms.
- Some children don't have any symptoms.
- Getting vaccinated and having good hygiene can prevent hepatitis.
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Hepatology Treatment at Children's National Hospital
The pediatric experts in the Hepatology Program at Children's National emphasize a personal approach to care for children with a variety of liver diseases. Discover more about the treatments we offer.
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Departments that Treat Hepatitis
Hepatology Program
Our Hepatology Program provides specialized diagnostic, evaluation and treatment services for children with a variety of liver diseases. The program is coordinated through the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition.