Can daily interaction transmit hepatitis B?

Patient's question:

A relative lives in my home and is a hepatitis B carrier. If he hugs or kisses the baby, will he transmit the virus? If some utensils are used by both him and the baby, will the virus be transmitted? Also, if the utensils he uses for eating are boiled with hot water, will they no longer transmit the virus to others?

Doctor's answer:

A household member carries the hepatitis B virus, and prolonged close contact may lead to the child being infected.
Advice: There is a possibility of infection in this situation. If the patient has close contact with the child, it is recommended to vaccinate the child with hepatitis B immune globulin, which can effectively prevent the child from being infected with the hepatitis B virus.
There are many factors that can cause pediatric liver disease. If the child is confirmed to have pediatric liver disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor for timely treatment, cooperate with gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits.
The child needs a balanced diet and should avoid stimulating and cold foods.

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