This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine
In an epidemic of hepatitis E, infection in which of the following carries a poor prognosis: March 2012 
Select and explain. 
A. Malnourished male, B. Pregnant women, C. Anaemic male, D. Postmenopausal women
B: Pregnant women
Answer: B: Pregnant women 
Explanation: Ans: B i.e. Pregnant women Hepatitis E differs from hepatitis A in that infection during pregnancy is associated with the development of acute liver failure, which has a high moality rates