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Hepatitis E

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Hepatitis E Transmission

Hepatitis E is spread by drinking water that is contaminated with the feces of infected humans or animals.

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Last Updated: Mar 19, 2009 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Hepatitis E References:

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