provides a comprehensive look at the who, what, when and how of Hepatitis B
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b>Hepatitis B: Inflammation of the liver due to the
hepatitis B virus (HBV), once thought to be passed only through blood
products. It is now known that hepatitis B can also be transmitted
via needle sticks, body piercing and tattooing using un sterilized
instruments, the dialysis process, sexual and even less intimate
close contact, and childbirth. Symptoms include fatigue, jaundice,
nausea, vomiting, dark urine, light stools. Diagnosis is by blood
test. Treatment is via anti-viral drugs and/or hepatitis B
immunoglobulin (HBIG).
Chronic hepatitis B may be treated with
interferon. Healthcare workers accidentally exposed to materials
infected with hepatitis B and individuals with known sexual contact
with hepatitis B patients are usually given both HBIG and the
hepatitis B vaccine to provide both immediate and long-term
protection. HBV infection can be prevented by the hepatitis B
vaccine, and by avoiding activities that could lead to getting the
virus.
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