
Symptoms The symptoms of hepatitis B can vary in severity and may include: 1. **Acute Hepatitis B (usually lasts a few weeks):** - Fatigue - Nausea and vomiting - Abdominal pain, especially in the liver area - Loss of appetite - Low-grade fever - Dark urine - Clay-colored stools - Joint pain - Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) 2. **Chronic Hepatitis B (can last for years):** - Many individuals may remain asymptomatic for years. - Symptoms may be similar