Patient's question:
Can I get infected again by having sexual relations with a person carrying the hepatitis B virus? She is just a carrier, the virus hasn't damaged her liver.Doctor's answer:
Hello! The hepatitis B virus is primarily spread through blood, mother-to-child transmission, and close personal contact. Its transmissibility is not related to the state of liver function. The level of hepatitis B virus DNA determines the degree of transmissibility. Sexual activity is one of the routes through which hepatitis B is transmitted. If protective measures are taken, there is no need to worry. If you have antibodies, there is also no need to worry. The daily treatment for hepatitis B patients mainly involves symptomatic therapy. Patients can take many oral medications, supplement with various vitamins, and pay attention to self-care, proper diet, and avoid cold foods. We hope that hepatitis B patients can recover as soon as possible! Thank you!