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Is Hepatitis A Infection Contagious?

Posted on Mon, 24 Oct 2016

Question: if I am immune to Hep A myself but touch a contaminated surface and then touch my belongings, can I spread the infection to someone else via my belongings?

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (58 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
NO!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

If you are immunized against hepatitis A, you cannot be a source of contamination to others. This is transmitted through food and poor sanitary conditions. You cannot spread it through your belongings.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (9 minutes later)

The problem is I have OCD, so when I get such thoughts it's really difficult for me to relax.
In other words: I have had Hep A as a child. I touched a toilet seat last night and may have not washed my hands enough before handling my handbag etc. Even if I had somehow transmitted some Hep A virus onto my things, I would not be able to spread it further, and I am not a risk to other people, like my boyfriend. Is that right?

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (5 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You are right!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

There is no need getting bothered. All is well.

I wish you well.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (2 minutes later)

Thank you so very much. I can go to sleep now!

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (17 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
I wish you well!

Detailed Answer:
Sound sleep to you.

Best wishes.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar