Patient's question:
For 18 years, I have been suffering from hepatitis B. It has been about 2 years since my condition shifted from "big 3 positive" to "small 3 positive." I have been rechecking liver function every 3 months, and it has always been normal. An ultrasound revealed a 1.3 cm stone in the portal vein, which is basically no problem. The DNA has always been negative and below detectable levels. However, two days ago, the DNA test showed 1.01 × 10^3, with normal liver function and no changes in the ultrasound. I also had a liver fibrosis scan, which showed a value of 4.8, and the doctor said it was good, indicating no fibrosis. But did the DNA changing from negative to 1.01 × 10^3 mean the virus is active again? I have been drinking a lot of beer recently, but I haven’t gotten drunk and haven’t consumed much. I don’t know what to do now. Could it have been caused by drinking beer?Doctor's answer:
This way, you can wait for a while and then recheck the DNA to see. It doesn't necessarily mean there's a problem. Liver disease brings great harm to patients. Once symptoms are detected, it's important to seek medical attention promptly, while also paying close attention to self-care, eating more vegetables and fruits, and avoiding stimulating foods. We hope liver patients can receive professional treatment. If there are any discomforts in the body, it is recommended to go to a regular and professional hospital for treatment.