Patient's question:
My child is 11 years old this year. He has been diagnosed with hepatitis B for several years. Back then, I also asked the doctor, and they said the child was too young and the liver hadn't fully developed yet, so treatment wasn't possible. They suggested waiting until he was older. Now, I'm wondering if my son's condition requires treatment. His liver function is normal, and he is developing well.Doctor's answer:
Due to its impaired immune function, it is essential to actively and correctly treat it to recover as soon as possible, to avoid worsening due to prolonged non-healing. With prolonged hepatitis B infection, it tends to evolve along the path of "hepatitis B - liver cirrhosis - liver cancer." It is recommended to check liver function. There is no specific treatment to turn hepatitis B negative. As long as liver function tests are normal, there is no need to worry. However, it is important to pay attention to avoid overexertion, not to take liver-damaging medications, and to drink more water and eat more fruits and vegetables.