How is viral hepatitis transmitted and what are the symptoms?

The hepatitis A virus is transmitted primarily by the faecal-oral route; that is when an uninfected person ingests food or water that has been contaminated with the faeces of an infected person. ... Waterborne outbreaks, though infrequent, are usually associated with sewage-contaminated or inadequately treated water.

Fatigue.

Sudden nausea and vomiting.

Abdominal pain or discomfort, especially on the upper right side beneath your lower ribs (by your liver)

Clay-colored bowel movements.

Loss of appetite.

Low-grade fever.

Dark urine.

Joint pain.