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It added that the most effective way to minimise the spread of is to practice good hand and respiratory hygiene and supervise thorough handwashing in younger children. "Normal hygiene measures such as good handwashing, including supervising children, and respiratory hygiene, help to reduce the spread of many of the infections that we are investigating. While they do not typically cause hepatitis, it is a known rare complication of the virus. Other possible explanations are also being investigated, including whether or not Covid-19 could have played a role in the spate of cases. Here’s what you need to know about hepatitis symptoms and the potential connection to coronavirus. All of the youngsters were admitted to hospital where medics picked up the cases.

ANOTHER two cases of hepatitis in young children have been confirmed in Scotland as the cause of the outbreak remains unclear.

However, we are thoroughly investigating other potential causes. "One of the possible causes that we are investigating is that this is linked to adenovirus infection. ANOTHER two cases of hepatitis in young children have been confirmed in Scotland as the cause of the outbreak remains unclear.

One potential line of inquiry is whether or not a group of viruses called adenoviruses may be causing the illnesses.

One potential line of inquiry is whether or not a group of viruses called adenoviruses may be causing the illnesses. At least 74 cases are now under the microscope and parents are being urged to be alert to the signs of the illness, which in some cases can cause scarring of the liver or a loss of liver function. One potential line of inquiry is whether or not a group of viruses called adenoviruses may be causing the illnesses.

HEPATITIS is a condition where the liver becomes inflamed. A dangerous condition if left untreated, it can have serious complications for those affected.

• Colds Now the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is investigating new cases of the virus in children. A dangerous condition if left untreated, it can have serious complications for those affected.

The UKHSA said that it is investigating a “number” of possible causes behind the spike in cases.

“We are also calling on parents and guardians, to be alert to the signs of hepatitis, including jaundice, and to contact a healthcare professional if they are concerned.” “One of the possible causes that we are investigating is that this is linked to adenovirus infection. She said in a statement: “We are working swiftly with the NHS and public health colleagues in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to investigate a wide range of possible factors which may be causing children to be admitted to hospital with liver inflammation known as hepatitis. Dr Meera Chand, director of clinical and emerging infections at the UKHSA, urged parents to be alert to the signs of hepatitis amid the rise in cases. We are continuing to investigate 74 cases of hepatitis (liver inflammation) in children in the UK since January 2022. The UKHSA said that it is investigating a “number” of possible causes behind the spike in cases.

Since January, 49 cases have been confirmed in England, 13 cases in Scotland and the remainder are in Northern Ireland and Wales.

Symptoms include dark urine and pale, grey-coloured poo, as well as itchy skin, a yellowing of the eyes and skin (jaundice), muscle and joint pain, and a high temperature. Mums and dads have been urged to look out for the signs and symptoms. However, we are thoroughly investigating other potential causes.

The UKHSA said that it is investigating a “number” of possible causes behind the spike in cases.

“We are also calling on parents and guardians, to be alert to the signs of hepatitis, including jaundice, and to contact a healthcare professional if they are concerned.” “One of the possible causes that we are investigating is that this is linked to adenovirus infection. She said in a statement: “We are working swiftly with the NHS and public health colleagues in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to investigate a wide range of possible factors which may be causing children to be admitted to hospital with liver inflammation known as hepatitis. Dr Meera Chand, director of clinical and emerging infections at the UKHSA, urged parents to be alert to the signs of hepatitis amid the rise in cases. We are continuing to investigate 74 cases of hepatitis (liver inflammation) in children in the UK since January 2022. The UKHSA said that it is investigating a “number” of possible causes behind the spike in cases.

'Investigations for a wide range of potential causes are under way, including any possible links to infectious diseases'

Adenoviruses are a family of viruses that usually cause a range of mild illnesses such as colds, vomiting and diarrhoea. She added: “We are working with partners to raise awareness among healthcare professionals, so that any further children who may be affected can be identified early and the appropriate tests carried out. An alert has been issued to parents after health officials announced a recent spike in hepatitis cases in children.

Parents should look out for jaundice - yellowing of the skin and eyes - as well as other symptoms.

It may occur for various reasons, including viral infections commonly seen in young children. So far, 74 cases of the disease have been documented. However, we are thoroughly investigating other potential causes."

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is investigating whether adenoviruses or Covid infection could be behind an increase in child hepatitis cases, ...

However, we are thoroughly investigating other potential causes.’ It added that there is ‘no link to the Covid-19 vaccine’ as ‘none of the currently confirmed cases in the UK has been vaccinated’. However, it stressed that there is ‘no link’ between the rise in child liver inflammation and the Covid vaccine – as none of 74 affected children had been vaccinated.

Higher than usual rates of liver inflammation (hepatitis) in children are being assessed by the UK Health Security Agency.

A blood test can verify whether you have Hepatitis B or have had it in the past and a vaccine that offers protection against the infection is routinely available. A person cannot contract Hepatitis D (HDV) without an existing Hepatitis B infection. It is commonly the result of a viral infection but there are other possible causes. There are five main viral classifications of hepatitis - A,B,C,D and E. A different virus is responsible for each type of hepatitis. Most people recover without complications and hepatitis is a rare complication of the virus. None of the confirmed cases have been vaccinated against coronavirus therefore there is no link to the vaccines.

Hepatitis is not a common complication of these viruses but in rare cases a link has been found. As Dr Meera Chand, director of clinical and emerging infections at the UK Health Security Agency, said: “investigations for a wide range of ...

Adenoviruses are a family of viruses that usually cause a range of mild illnesses such as colds, vomiting and diarrhoea. She added: “We are working with partners to raise awareness among healthcare professionals, so that any further children who may be affected can be identified early and the appropriate tests carried out. An alert has been issued to parents after health officials announced a recent spike in hepatitis cases in children.

The UKHSA said that it is investigating a “number” of possible causes behind the spike in cases.

“We are also calling on parents and guardians, to be alert to the signs of hepatitis, including jaundice, and to contact a healthcare professional if they are concerned.” “One of the possible causes that we are investigating is that this is linked to adenovirus infection. She said in a statement: “We are working swiftly with the NHS and public health colleagues in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to investigate a wide range of possible factors which may be causing children to be admitted to hospital with liver inflammation known as hepatitis. Dr Meera Chand, director of clinical and emerging infections at the UKHSA, urged parents to be alert to the signs of hepatitis amid the rise in cases. We are continuing to investigate 74 cases of hepatitis (liver inflammation) in children in the UK since January 2022. The UKHSA said that it is investigating a “number” of possible causes behind the spike in cases.

'Investigations for a wide range of potential causes are under way, including any possible links to infectious diseases'

Adenoviruses are a family of viruses that usually cause a range of mild illnesses such as colds, vomiting and diarrhoea. She added: “We are working with partners to raise awareness among healthcare professionals, so that any further children who may be affected can be identified early and the appropriate tests carried out. An alert has been issued to parents after health officials announced a recent spike in hepatitis cases in children.

One potential line of inquiry is whether or not a group of viruses called adenoviruses may be causing the illnesses. An update on hepatitis cases in children:

“We are also calling on parents and guardians, to be alert to the signs of hepatitis, including jaundice, and to contact a healthcare professional if they are concerned.” “One of the possible causes that we are investigating is that this is linked to adenovirus infection. She said in a statement: “We are working swiftly with the NHS and public health colleagues in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to investigate a wide range of possible factors which may be causing children to be admitted to hospital with liver inflammation known as hepatitis. Dr Meera Chand, director of clinical and emerging infections at the UKHSA, urged parents to be alert to the signs of hepatitis amid the rise in cases. We are continuing to investigate 74 cases of hepatitis (liver inflammation) in children in the UK since January 2022. The UKHSA said that it is investigating a “number” of possible causes behind the spike in cases.

Health officials are investigating a 'mini epidemic' in child hepatitis cases in the UK.

The number of cases in Europe has increased in recent years and it is now the most common cause of short-term hepatitis in the UK. It only affects people who are already infected with hepatitis B, as it needs the hepatitis B virus to be able to survive in the body. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. In the remaining cases, it'll stay in the body for many years. Antiviral medication can be used to treat it. Autoimmune hepatitis is a rare cause of long-term hepatitis in which the immune system attacks and damages the liver, the NHS states. The NHS states that hepatitis E is caused by the hepatitis E virus. Hepatitis C is caused by the hepatitis C virus and is the most common type of viral hepatitis in the UK, the NHS states. Hepatitis D is caused by the hepatitis D virus. The NHS states that hepatitis A is caused by the hepatitis A virus. Hepatitis B is caused by the hepatitis B virus, which is spread in the blood of an infected person, the NHS states. What are the symptoms of hepatitis and can it be treated?

Dr Meera Chand, director of clinical and emerging infections at the UKHSA, urged parents to be alert to the signs of hepatitis amid the rise in cases. She said in a statement: “We are working swiftly with the NHS and public health colleagues in Scotland, ...

“We are also calling on parents and guardians, to be alert to the signs of hepatitis, including jaundice, and to contact a healthcare professional if they are concerned.” “One of the possible causes that we are investigating is that this is linked to adenovirus infection. She said in a statement: “We are working swiftly with the NHS and public health colleagues in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to investigate a wide range of possible factors which may be causing children to be admitted to hospital with liver inflammation known as hepatitis. Dr Meera Chand, director of clinical and emerging infections at the UKHSA, urged parents to be alert to the signs of hepatitis amid the rise in cases. We are continuing to investigate 74 cases of hepatitis (liver inflammation) in children in the UK since January 2022. The UKHSA said that it is investigating a “number” of possible causes behind the spike in cases.

The concerning rise in hepatitis cases has led to health officials from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) to investigate where the increases of the ...

Parents are being warned of the dangers of hepatitis cases in children. Health officials have also revealed a list of other symptoms connected with hepatitis in children. This is because none of the children involved had been vaccinated.