Patient's question:
The child is six years old this year. At birth, they received three doses of the hepatitis B vaccine but did not produce antibodies. Later, they received one dose of the hepatitis A vaccine and one dose of the hepatitis B vaccine, administered separately. A few days ago, it was checked that antibodies still have not been produced. Could you please ask the doctor if it is still possible to get vaccinated now? Thank you!Doctor's answer:
Some people do not develop the hepatitis B surface antibody after receiving the hepatitis B vaccine. This could be due to issues with their own immune system function or the dosage of the vaccine administered. To prevent hepatitis B, it is recommended to receive the hepatitis B vaccine. However, the success rate of the vaccine is not 100%, so a booster shot should be administered afterward. It is advised that your daughter continue to receive the hepatitis B vaccine. If she previously received a 10-microgram dose, she can now receive a 20-microgram dose.