Patient's question:
Patient is 76 years old, discovered a lump in the liver area, tumor marker tests only showed elevated alpha-fetoprotein to 247. This patient has had a small three positive for over ten years, and liver function tests are also relatively normal.Doctor's answer:
Your condition is hepatitis B minor positive, meaning you are a carrier of the hepatitis B virus. The primary reason for the prolonged duration without recovery is the lack of proper treatment. The reappearance of current symptoms indicates a potential for further deterioration of the condition. Therefore, it is crucial to seek early and correct treatment to facilitate a speedy recovery, avoiding further progression or the risk of infecting others.With prolonged hepatitis B infection, the disease tends to progress along the path of "hepatitis B → cirrhosis → liver cancer," which is commonly referred to as the "third stage of hepatitis B." The daily treatment for liver disease primarily focuses on symptomatic management. Patients can take various oral medications, complemented by vitamins, while paying attention to their diet by consuming light, soft, and easily digestible foods. We hope that liver patients can recover as soon as possible!