Hepatitis B Diary

Author: Li Le
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Publish Date: 2005-02-01
Features: Everything stems from authenticity and resonance. The author writes with tears and memories, while readers find hope and tomorrow in their words. "I am an HBV carrier. It is estimated that there are about 215 million people worldwide who share my condition. China is a high-prevalence area for hepatitis B. Epidemiological survey data in China shows that nearly 700 million people have been infected with the hepatitis B virus, but most of them have effectively resisted the virus with their immune systems. Only about 120 million people have developed into HBV carriers (i.e., surface antigen positive), accounting for 10% of the country's total population. I am one of those 1/10."—Li Le
During my graduation, no classmates doubted my bright future, not even myself. Occasionally, I would forget about the things in my blood and bask in a moment of pride. However, this feeling was quickly overshadowed by immense sadness. Although I was confident, relying on my good oratorical skills (a tool for killing male interviewers), my decent appearance (a tool for killing female interviewers), and my excellent performance during university (a hard requirement for employers), I believed I would pass the interviews smoothly. But the next hurdle—the physical exam—would be a brutal death for me!
—A Long and arduous Job Search: The Physical Exam, an Inevitable Death Sentence
This is an original autobiography of an HBV carrier in China. There are over 100 million hepatitis B patients in China, and due to its contagiousness, many people fear hepatitis B. Hepatitis B discrimination has become a significant social issue. Based on his personal experiences, the author writes comprehensively and truthfully about his life as an HBV carrier, covering aspects such as education, employment, marriage, family, treatment, and personal interests. This book is a microcosm of the lives of over 100 million people in China. In many places, the author writes with tears, and readers cry as they read. It is deeply moving and truly touching.