Hepatitis D: Why it's dangerous? How to prevent it?

Hepatitis D is a viral infection that affects the liver and is caused by the hepatitis delta virus which only occurs in people who are already infected with hepatitis B.

Hepatitis D has no specific treatment yet and liver transplant remains the last option in extreme cases.

Hepatitis D prevention is possible with hepatitis B vaccination as hepatitis D cannot survive alone in the body.

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Hepatitis D spreads through blood and body fluids especially in cases of unprotected sex sharing of needles or unsafe medical practices.

Hepatitis D is now classified as a cancer-causing agent by WHO because it increases the risk of liver cirrhosis and liver cancer.

Hepatitis D awareness is important now more than ever because of its deadly nature and global health impact as recognized by WHO.