Patient's question:
My boyfriend was diagnosed as an HBV carrier two days ago. His liver function is normal. The doctor said that in this case, there is no significant interference, but he needs to be re-examined in the hospital regularly. I'm wondering, since there's nothing wrong, why do they still need to be re-examined? Is it because the doctor is afraid of causing psychological shadows in our hearts and intentionally pursuing the condition?Doctor's answer:
Generally, hepatitis B carriers need to undergo irregular follow-up tests. Although hepatitis B carriers are considered healthy carriers, certain factors can interfere and cause abnormal liver function, leading to the dormant virus in the body re-infecting the liver. Liver function is a relatively sensitive indicator of liver health. Therefore, it is best to have irregular follow-up tests to achieve early detection and early treatment. In addition to timely treatment for liver disease, patients also need to pay attention to care aspects, such as proper diet and maintaining a positive mood. At the same time, patients should also pay attention to seeking medical treatment at a Class-A hospital to obtain better treatment outcomes.