Patient's question:
I have hepatitis, and it's a recent diagnosis. My wife is currently pregnant, and the baby is expected to be around six months along. I'm not sure exactly when I contracted hepatitis. If my wife delivers while I have hepatitis, will it be transmitted to my child? Will the hepatitis be contagious?Doctor's answer:
Before your wife gets pregnant, if you have a contagious infection, there is a high possibility of infecting the child. It is recommended that your wife undergo thorough prenatal check-ups during pregnancy and receive the hepatitis B vaccine promptly after birth. For patients, if the hepatitis condition is severe, timely symptomatic treatment and appropriate medication are necessary to prevent recurrence. Additionally, patients should maintain a proper diet and stay in a positive mood while actively treating the condition.