Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Dr. Chadha reviews your recent travel, food-handling activities, close contacts, and housing situation. He also examines you for signs of liver inflammation, such as abdominal tenderness or jaundice.
Measurement of serum ALT and AST enzymes helps gauge the extent of liver inflammation and guides symptom management.
Ultrasound or other imaging studies are reserved for cases with suspected complications, such as significant pain or abnormal liver enzymes that don-t improve.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
15 to 50 days after contact with the virus.
Yes. You may be contagious up to 2 weeks before symptoms start.
Yes. It's safe and recommended for travelers, food workers, and high-risk groups.
Most people feel better in 4-8 weeks. Fatigue may last longer.
Yes. Stay away from others, especially when cooking, for at least a week after symptoms begin.
No. Hepatitis A does not lead to long-term liver problems.
It shows you-ve had the virus or were vaccinated and now have immunity.
Wash hands well, cook food safely, and get vaccinated if needed.
Yes. Kids often have mild symptoms but can still spread the virus.
No. It does not lead to liver cancer.
