Hepatitis A is an inflammation of the ______ that can cause mild to severe illness. (RRB NTPC CBT 2, 9 May 2022 Second shift)

A. Liver

B. Brain

C. Heart

D. Kidney

Solution: A

Hepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver that is caused by hepatitis A virus. Hepatitis A is a highly contagious, short-term liver infection. In rare cases, it can cause liver failure and even death. It can spread from the infected person when in personal contact or through contaminated food or drink. Symptoms usually appear 2 to 7 months after infection. Some of the symptoms are:

  • Yellow skin or eyes
  • Loss of appetite and Upset stomach
  • Vomiting and Stomach pain
  • Fever
  • Dark urine or light- colored stools
  • Diarrhea
  • Joint pain
  • Feeling tired
Hence, option (A) is correct. 

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