Hepatitis B is a viral hepatitis caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It is mainly transmitted through blood or body fluids, such as sharing syringes, toothbrushes or razors, transfusion of blood from hepatitis B carriers, mother-to-child transmission Or infected through sexual contact.
Since hepatitis B has no symptoms in the early stages, delayed detection not only increases the risk of transmission, but may also lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer. Therefore, early diagnosis of hepatitis B is very important for disease control and treatment.
Common symptoms of hepatitis B include:
Most patients with hepatitis B have no obvious symptoms or have mild symptoms. If the patient's body fails to clear the virus, he or she can become a chronic hepatitis B carrier, causing chronic hepatitis and a higher chance of developing cirrhosis, liver failure or liver cancer.
If you are diagnosed with hepatitis B, the doctor will prescribe antiviral drugs based on the patient's condition to inhibit the growth of the virus. The doctor will also prescribe other drugs as needed to relieve the symptoms caused by hepatitis B.
In addition, hepatitis B carriers should regularly monitor their condition, such as receiving blood tests for liver function, viral DNA, alpha-fetoprotein and liver ultrasound every six months to check whether the virus is active and whether there are tumors in the liver and whether the cancer index is increased. Early diagnosis of liver cancer increases the chance of cure.
Hepatitis B can be prevented by :
1. Get Hepatitis B Vaccine (HBV)
2. Practice safe sex
Bodily fluids such as semen and vaginal secretions can transmit hepatitis B. Using condoms during sexual intercourse can prevent hepatitis B infection.
3. Avoid sharing items that may be contaminated with blood, such as syringes, toothbrushes, or razors
Items such as syringes, toothbrushes or razors may be contaminated with blood, so avoid sharing such items with others.
4. Treat wounds properly
Blood is one of the ways hepatitis B is transmitted. Once an injury occurs, the wound should be properly bandaged as soon as possible.
5. Wear gloves when in contact with blood or body fluids
When handling items with body fluids or blood, you can wear gloves and disinfect the items with dilute household bleach to prevent hepatitis B infection.
6. Regular inspection
Regular blood tests are an effective way to prevent hepatitis or liver disease. The blood can detect whether there are hepatitis B surface antibodies in the body to fight against foreign viruses. Even if a person is found to have no antibodies and is not a hepatitis B carrier, he can still choose to receive the hepatitis B vaccine to prevent infection.
After being vaccinated against hepatitis B, protective antibodies can be produced to prevent infection with hepatitis B. Generally, 3 injections are required within six months.
| Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine 3-Dose Plus Blood Test (HBsAb) Package | Fee (HKD) |
| Hepatitis B Vaccine for Adults (Single Dose) |
$900 |
| Hepatitis B Vaccine for Adults, Add blood test (3 shots package) |
$2100 |
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