EDUCATIONAL REPORT 🚨🚨 🚨TOPIC: HAPATITIS B Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It spreads through blood, semen, or other body fluids (sex, shared needles, or birth). Many cases are mild or asymptomatic; some become chronic and can lead to cirrhosis or liver cancer. A safe, effective vaccine prevents it. Chronic cases are managed with antiviral drugs. Symptoms of Hepatitis B Many people (especially with chronic infection) have no symptoms. When symptoms do occur (more common in acute infection), they may include: •Fatigue / weakness •Loss of appetite •Nausea or vomiting •Abdominal pain (especially upper right side) •Dark urine •Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes) •Joint pain or low-grade fever Symptoms usually appear 1–4 months after infection and can last weeks to months.