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Viral hepatitis consists of at least five different diseases (A, B,C, D, and E) of the liver that are caused by five different viruses. All five viruses can lead to acute hepatitis. Hepatitis B, C, and D may also cause chronic hepatitis. Viral hepatitis can be spread from one person to another by different means.