Patient's question:
What is the risk of getting hepatitis A from sharing utensils? I had a set of utensils for a long time without using them, and today I used this set to eat. What is the risk of infection?Doctor's answer:
Hello, I'm glad to help you. There is a chance of getting infected through utensils, but it's not very high. Hepatitis A is a contagious disease that is primarily spread through the digestive system. Touching utensils used by patients, bath products, or drinking water they have consumed can all lead to infection. It's important to pay attention to personal hygiene, develop the habit of washing hands frequently, and be mindful of food hygiene. Wishing the patient a speedy recovery!