Patient's question:
My wife has hepatitis B with a high viral load (HBV-DNA level of 6.60E+07 IU/ml), but her liver function is normal. I also got the 2.5 test done, and the results showed antibodies (though I don't know how strong they are). Do we need to use condoms during sexual activity? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
The main routes of hepatitis B transmission are blood and sexual transmission. A positive three-phase test and a positive DNA test indicate that the virus is highly active and contagious. If you have a positive surface antibody, it means you have developed immunity to the hepatitis B virus and will not be infected.It is recommended that you visit a regular hospital to get a two-phase test, which can determine the titer of antibodies. Based on the test results, you can decide how to get vaccinated.
In addition, during the treatment of chronic hepatitis B (also known as "big three hepatitis"), in addition to symptomatic treatment, the patient's dietary condition and psychological state are also very important. The patient must maintain a light diet and always keep a cheerful and optimistic attitude to avoid unnecessary interference in the complete recovery from chronic hepatitis B.