What Should I Know About Hepatitis B
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What You Need to Know About Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is often mentioned by healthcare professionals and occasionally in the media, leaving many wondering what this mysterious disease entails. Here’s what you should know.
What is Hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B is a DNA virus that targets the liver, often referred to as HBV. The term "hepatitis" itself means liver inflammation.
How is HBV Transmitted?
HBV primarily spreads through contact with infected blood. Infection can occur when blood from an infected person enters another person's body. While other body fluids can carry the virus, they typically do so in much lower concentrations. Possible transmission methods include bites from an infected person and sharing toothbrushes or razors.
HBV is also a sexually transmitted infection. Higher risk activities include promiscuous behavior and same-sex contact. Individuals with hemophilia, those living with a person who has chronic HBV, and people who work with blood are at increased risk. Drug use is another significant factor.
Can Your Body Fight Off HBV?
It's possible for your body to overcome an HBV infection. If successful, you will no longer carry the virus and will eventually test negative for the HBV surface antigen in your blood. An antigen is a substance that triggers antibody production, and antibodies are proteins that help eliminate antigens.
Unfortunately, some people cannot completely clear the infection and develop chronic hepatitis, meaning the virus remains in their system long-term and they can infect others. Currently, about 1.25 million people in the United States have chronic Hepatitis B.
Prevention and Treatment
Vaccines are available to prevent HBV infection, and medications can combat existing infections. Interestingly, vaccination can be effective even after potential exposure to the virus. Consult your doctor for the latest recommendations on HBV vaccinations.
Symptoms and Awareness
Many individuals with Hepatitis B are unaware they are infected, as symptoms may be mild or nonexistent. However, in rare cases, the infection can be severe and even fatal.
Always consult a healthcare professional if you suspect you have, or are at risk for, Hepatitis B.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not intend to diagnose, treat, or prevent any health condition. Always seek advice from a qualified medical professional.
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