Patient's question:
I originally didn't have hepatitis B, but my wife has this chronic hepatitis B (). She has been receiving treatment and her condition has improved significantly. However, recently I've been feeling constantly fatigued, have lost my appetite, and have been experiencing abdominal bloating and pain. I went for a check-up and had liver function tests and the two pairs of tests (). The doctor said I am a hepatitis B carrier.Doctor's answer:
A hepatitis B virus carrier is a pathological state after being infected with the hepatitis B virus, primarily caused by transmission through mother-to-child spread and contact with the hepatitis B virus. Most hepatitis B virus carriers are in a state of viral occult infection at the initial stage of hepatitis B transmission, or they may transition into this state after a previous episode of hepatitis B. Symptoms may include general weakness, loss of appetite, aversion to fatty foods, discomfort in the liver area, mild pain, nausea, and vomiting; some may also experience low-grade fever. It is recommended to seek proper treatment. There are many treatment methods for hepatitis B, but since the patient's condition varies, the treatment approach must be tailored accordingly. Therefore, patients need to undergo timely examination and diagnosis to receive appropriate treatment.