Meaning of INFECTIOUS HEPATITIS

Pronunciation:			in'fekshus `hepu'tItis
WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  an acute but benign form of viral hepatitis caused by an RNA virus that does not persist in the blood serum and is usually transmitted by ingesting food or drink that is contaiminated with fecal matter
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	Synonyms:		hepatitis A
	See Also:		viral hepatitis
Biology Dictionary
	Definition:		A type of hepatitis caused by RNA viruses in the genus Enterovirus in the family Picornaviridae. It is usually fairly mild; people may mistake it for the flu. The virus typically spreads through food or water contaminated with infected feces and is most prevalent in places where people don't practice good hygiene.