Hepatitis symptoms

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I missed a question on a test. I put diarrhea as a symptom of hepatitis. Does anyone else agree?

Specializes in Critical Care, ED, Cath lab, CTPAC,Trauma.

What kind of Hepatitis?

CDC DVH - Division of Viral Hepatitis Home Page

What were the other options. While diarrhea may be caused, I would say that it is more unlikely than jaundice, fatigue, anorexia, fatigue, muscle aching and low grade fever.

Specializes in Pedi.

What were the other choices?

Are you thinking about your hepatitis patient who was getting sorbitol or Kayexalate? That could be the source of your misconception.

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