The agency said 10 children had received liver transplants, but none died. The findings suggest that the increase in sudden cases in children may be linked to a common cold virus known as adenovirus, the UKHSA said, adding that the agency was also investigating other possible infections, including COVID-19 or an environmental cause.
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The rise in infections comes after the European Center for Disease Prevention and Control reported about 190 unexplained cases of severe hepatitis in children worldwide. Trending Stories
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The story goes on under the ad The outbreak was first reported this month in Britain, mainly in children under 10, and has since been detected in at least 12 countries worldwide. 5:17 Health Topics: Revealing a Mysterious Liver Disease Health Topics: Revealing a Mysterious Liver Disease – April 20, 2022 According to the World Health Organization, 17 children underwent liver transplants as a result of recent cases and one died. Symptoms of hepatitis include dark urine, yellowing of the eyes and skin (jaundice), fatigue, fever, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, light stools and joint pain. There is no specific treatment for hepatitis, but medicines can help reduce inflammation and other symptoms. — Report by Sabahatjahan Contractor in Bengaluru
