Play it safe and get checked for hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a very serious liver infection that can be prevented with a vaccine if diagnosed correctly. This liver infection is caused by the hepatitis B virus, commonly known as HBV. This is one of the main STDs (sexually transmitted diseases) and can also occur if you share an unprotected needle with someone.

This virus is mainly transmitted through body fluids such as blood or semen from the infected person to the uninfected one. If mothers are infected with hepatitis B, it can be passed to a pregnant child. The severity of hepatitis B varies from person to person. It can be as trivial as a short-term illness for some people, while for others, it can turn into a long-term infection, often leading to life-threatening situations.

This deadly liver infection can be prevented by getting vaccinated at the right time. The extent of the severity of the infection is directly related to the age of the patient. If you get it when you are a baby, then there is a greater than 90% chance that it will turn into a chronic infection. However, if you are an adult infected with hepatitis B, the chances of chronic infection are as low as 2 to 6%.

Symptoms of Hepatitis B

Identifying the symptoms of hepatitis B is a tricky situation. Signs and symptoms vary from person to person, and for some people, the signs may not even appear before the infection becomes acute. Many babies are asymptomatic and even some newly infected adults may be immunosuppressed and therefore show no symptoms.

However, in 30 to 40% of cases, adults have been found to show signs and symptoms of hepatitis B infection. Identifying the symptoms of hepatitis B at an early stage can be crucial in curing the infection without causing further harm. the immune system. This is very important for children as it can easily become a chronic disease.

Signs to identify and diagnose hepatitis B

Below is a list of different signs and symptoms related to hepatitis B.

If the person tires quickly.

The person may start to feel nauseous very often.

Having a fever is one of the most common symptoms and perhaps the first important one.

If the person observes that their urine has become darker, it may be a symptom of hepatitis B.

Since hepatitis B is an infection of the liver, the affected person may have jaundice.

Having joint pain is also a common sign.

One of the most common symptoms is loss of appetite. It is generally followed by excessive vomiting and abdominal pain.

If a person is infected with hepatitis B, they may have clay-colored stools.

If you or a person notice any of the symptoms mentioned above, it is recommended to see a doctor immediately for easy treatment at an early stage. If a child has any of the symptoms, they should be diagnosed immediately, as they are more likely to develop a chronic hepatitis B infection.

Medications for hepatitis B

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Antiviral medications are taken orally and according to the doctor’s prescription. They help keep the infection under control and reduce the damage inflicted on the patient’s liver. Interferon injections are more aimed at young people inclined to prevent long-term treatment of the infection. However, this medicine should not be used during pregnancy.

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