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Disease Comparison

Compare similarities and differences between two diseases.

Hepatitis A

Moderate
4
Symptoms
1
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
VS

Thyroid Cancer

Unknown
3
Symptoms
2
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs

Overview

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus. It is usually spread when a person ingests food or water contaminated with infected stool, or through close contact with an infected person. Symptoms can include tiredness, nausea, abdominal discomfort, dark urine, loss of appetite, and jaundice. Most people recover fully.
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid cancer is cancer that develops in the cells of the thyroid gland, a small gland in the front of the neck that produces hormones involved in metabolism. Several types of thyroid cancer exist, including papillary, follicular, medullary, and anaplastic thyroid cancer. Many thyroid cancers are detected early and can be treated successfully.

Symptoms

Shared
None
Only in Left Disease
Blood In Stool Fatigue Fever Loss of Appetite
Only in Right Disease
Cough Hoarseness Persistent Hoarseness

Causes

Shared
Infection
Only in Left Disease
None
Only in Right Disease
Chronic Disease

Diagnosis

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is diagnosed using the symptoms, medical history, physical examination, and blood tests. Testing can identify antibodies associated with recent hepatitis A infection, while liver-function tests may show inflammation or impaired liver function. The clinician may also assess exposure history, travel, food or water exposure, and other possible causes of hepatitis.
Thyroid Cancer
Diagnosis of thyroid cancer usually begins with a physical examination and assessment of a thyroid lump or other neck abnormality. Ultrasound can help evaluate thyroid nodules. Blood tests may assess thyroid function, although thyroid hormone levels are often normal in people with thyroid cancer. Fine-needle aspiration biopsy can be used to examine cells from a suspicious nodule. Additional imaging or testing may be needed to determine the extent of disease.

Prevention

Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A can often be prevented through vaccination, careful handwashing, safe food handling, and drinking safe water. Wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet and before preparing or eating food. Avoid contaminated food and water when traveling in areas where hepatitis A is common. People exposed to the virus who are not immune should promptly discuss vaccination or preventive treatment with a healthcare professional.
Thyroid Cancer
There is no guaranteed way to prevent thyroid cancer. Avoiding unnecessary exposure to ionizing radiation and using appropriate protection when radiation is medically necessary can reduce avoidable exposure. People with certain inherited syndromes or strong family histories may benefit from genetic counseling and appropriate medical monitoring. Children should receive radiation involving the head and neck only when medically indicated.

Risk Factors

Hepatitis A
Risk of hepatitis A is higher with travel or residence in areas where the infection is more common, close contact with an infected person, poor sanitation, unsafe food or water, and certain sexual practices. People who use injection drugs and those working in settings involving food, healthcare, childcare, or sewage may also have increased exposure.
Thyroid Cancer
Risk factors include previous exposure to high levels of ionizing radiation, especially during childhood, a family history of thyroid cancer, and certain inherited genetic syndromes. Some thyroid disorders and conditions affecting the thyroid may also be associated with increased risk. Risk varies according to the type of thyroid cancer.

Treatment

Hepatitis A
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Thyroid Cancer
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