10 Hepatitis A Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #7: Pale Stools
Normal stools are usually shades of brown, but in hepatitis A infection, the stools may be pale or light-colored. The color of the stools comes from bile salts that are released by the liver. In hepatitis, the liver is no longer able to function normally, and this reduces bile production and builds up bilirubin, leading to pale stools and jaundice.
Treatment will depend on the underlying cause and can involve the use of medications or just supportive treatment.
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