🦠 Surge in Hepatitis A & E Cases: A Waterborne Threat You Shouldn’t Ignore

The SKNH

🌧️ Why Now? The Seasonal Surge Explained

As the monsoon season begins, parts of West Bengal and India are experiencing a rise in waterborne infections, especially Hepatitis A and Hepatitis E. These viruses primarily spread through contaminated food and water, and can cause serious liver inflammation.

Unhygienic conditions, open drainage, street-side food, and improper sanitation are key drivers of this surge. Rural and semi-urban areas like Narayangarh are particularly vulnerable during this transition from summer to monsoon.

🔬 Understanding Hepatitis A & E

Factor	Hepatitis A	Hepatitis E
Transmission	Fecal-oral (contaminated food/water)	Same as Hepatitis A
Severity	Usually mild, self-limiting	Can be severe in pregnant women
Incubation	15–50 days	2–10 weeks
Vaccine Available	Yes	No (in India)
High-Risk Groups	Children, elderly, poor sanitation	Pregnant women, people with liver disease

😷 Signs and Symptoms

Watch for these symptoms, especially after consuming outside food or untreated water:

• Fatigue and weakness

• Fever

• Nausea and vomiting

• Abdominal pain (especially upper right side)

• Dark-colored urine

• Pale stool

• Yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice)

⚠️ Complications

While most people recover without long-term issues, Hepatitis E can be fatal in pregnant women, especially in the 3rd trimester. Both viruses can lead to acute liver failure in people with pre-existing liver disease.

🛡️ Prevention Tips from SKNH

To stay safe this season, follow these simple but powerful hygiene practices:

✅ Do’s:

• Drink boiled or filtered water only

• Wash hands before eating and after using the toilet

• Eat freshly cooked meals

• Use clean utensils and avoid roadside food

• Get vaccinated against Hepatitis A if at risk

❌ Don’ts:

• Avoid raw or undercooked food (especially shellfish)

• Do not use water from unclean sources

• Avoid eating food from uncovered or dirty stalls

🏥 How SKNH Can Help

At Sree Krishna Nursing Home (SKNH), we offer:

• Liver function tests (LFT)

• Ultrasound for liver monitoring

• Hepatitis panel testing

• IV hydration and medication support

• Pregnancy-focused monitoring and management

• Vaccination for Hepatitis A

🧬 Early detection can prevent serious outcomes. Don’t delay if symptoms arise.

📌 About SKNH

Sree Krishna Nursing Home (SKNH) has been a trusted healthcare provider in Narayangarh, Paschim Medinipur since 2017. With advanced diagnostic facilities and expert physicians, we ensure timely treatment for seasonal and infectious diseases like Hepatitis.

📍 Address: Sree Krishna Nursing Home, Narayangarh, Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal – 721437

📞 Phone: 03229-258257 / +91 8327529897

🌐 Website: www.sknh.in

💬 A Message from SKNH

“Hepatitis A & E may seem ordinary but can become deadly, especially during monsoons. Prevention is simple — clean water, hygiene, and early care. We’re always here to help.”— Team SKNH