United States Department of Veterans Affairs
United States Department of Veterans Affairs
National Hepatitis C Program
Patients' Home > Basics > Hepatitis A > What is hepatitis A?Enlarge Text Size:Small Font SizeMedium Font SizeLarge Font Size

Basics

What is hepatitis A?

Hepatitis A is a disease of the liver. It is caused by the hepatitis A virus. Most people infected with the virus get well within six months. However, hepatitis A can be serious for older people and people who already have liver disease. Death is possible, although very rare. Learn how to prevent hepatitis A, especially if you already have liver disease.