Parents are becoming increasingly worried after a child has died of hepatitis, but Dr. Niall McNamara warns that this is an extremely rare occurrence.
Children generally get a mild form of hepatitis for a range of different reasons.
The precise cause of the cases is still unknown.
Symptoms to look for in your child include jaundice, dark urine, and pale stools.
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Dr. McNamara explains to Damien what hepatitis is, its causes, and what to do if your child starts showing symptoms.
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