Patient's question:
I was diagnosed with elevated transaminase levels in 2008 and started taking medication (Hepadef and Adefovir) during a follow-up visit at You'an Hospital. After two months of medication, my transaminase levels returned to normal, and my liver ultrasound results were also normal. I would like to ask how long I need to continue taking the medication, how much time is left until we reach the stage of liver cirrhosis, and can I have children?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 capabilities to strive for complete elimination of the hepatitis B virus and maintaining a state of non-recurrence.
4. Regularly recheck liver function.
5. Avoid drinking beer and smoking.
6. Do not eat foods with strong irritants.
7. Ensure deep sleep and adequate rest.
8. Maintain a positive mood.