Patient's question:
A 24-year-old woman, who has always been in good health, discovered she had hepatitis B during childbirth. The doctor advised against breastfeeding her child, which caused great concern for us.Doctor's answer:
Currently, there is no medication that can completely eliminate the hepatitis B virus. If liver function is normal, treatment is generally not required. However, it is essential to pay attention to the following points:1. Due to the difficulty of various antiviral drugs to be effective, it is not advisable to solely pursue a positive-to-negative conversion.
2. It is important to achieve a combination of regulating rest and work, follow-up, and monitoring.
3. Lowering personal immune function and antiviral ability to strive for the complete elimination of the hepatitis B virus and to maintain a state of non-recurrence.
4. Regular liver function tests should be conducted.
5. Avoid drinking beer and smoking.
6. Avoid consuming foods with strong irritants.
7. Ensure deep sleep and adequate rest.
8. Maintain a positive mood.
In addition to treating chronic hepatitis B, it is recommended that patients pay attention to their diet and maintain a joyful mood in daily life to enhance their physical condition and slow down the recovery process.