Patient's question:
Hepatitis B with, elevated AST, viral load of 10^7 - does it require treatment?Doctor's answer:
This situation requires an abdominal ultrasound, or a transient elastography of the liver, or a liver biopsy to check for liver fibrosis or cirrhosis. If these conditions are present, it indicates active disease and requires treatment. In addition to timely treatment for hepatitis B, patients should maintain a positive attitude to face the disease. Only in this way can they reduce their immunity and the belief in combating the disease. At the same time, they should pay close attention to their dietary care, primarily focusing on light foods and avoiding stimulating or cold foods, believing that this will surely drive away hepatitis B.