Viruses that Cause Elevated Liver Enzymes
Hepatitis A, B, and C
Hepatitis A, B, and C are the most common viruses that can cause elevated liver enzymes. Hepatitis A is the most common form of viral hepatitis and is usually spread through contaminated food or water. Symptoms of hepatitis A can include fever, fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, and jaundice.
Hepatitis B is a more serious form of hepatitis and is spread through contact with bodily fluids. Symptoms of hepatitis B can include fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and jaundice.
Hepatitis C is the most serious form of viral hepatitis and is usually spread through contact with contaminated blood or blood products. Symptoms of hepatitis C can include fatigue, fever, and jaundice.
Hepatitis D and E
Hepatitis D and E are rare forms of viral hepatitis that can cause elevated liver enzymes. Hepatitis D is spread through contact with contaminated blood and can cause fatigue, fever, and jaundice.
Hepatitis E is spread through contaminated food or water and can cause fever, fatigue, and jaundice.
Cytomegalovirus
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a virus that can cause elevated liver enzymes. CMV is spread through contact with infected bodily fluids and can cause fever, fatigue, and jaundice.
Other Viruses
Other viruses that can cause elevated liver enzymes include Epstein-Barr virus, herpes simplex virus, and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Symptoms of these viruses can vary, but can include fever, fatigue, and jaundice.
