What are the symptoms of hepatitis B?

Symptoms of acute hepatitis B may not be apparent for months. However, common symptoms include:
• Fatigue
• Dark urine
• Joint and muscle pain
• Loss of appetite
• Fever
• Abdominal discomfort
• weakness
• yellowing of the whites of the eyes (sclera) and skin (jaundice)
Any symptoms of hepatitis B need urgent evaluation. Symptoms of acute hepatitis B are worse in people over the age of 60. Let your doctor know immediately if you have been exposed to hepatitis B. You may be able to prevent infection.