Patient's question:
I have been living with my boyfriend for a year. During this time, we have been cooking and eating together. Last month, due to a requirement from his workplace, he had to get a health certificate and went to the hospital for a health check-up. When the health check report came out, it showed that my boyfriend has hepatitis B. What should I do if a hepatitis B patient has had close contact?Doctor's answer:
Transmission routes of hepatitis B: Blood transmission, body fluid transmission, and horizontal transmission. Intimate contact can spread it, especially if there is skin or mucous membrane damage, including ulcers. It is recommended that you first go to the hospital for hepatitis B surface antigen and antibody testing to determine if you have hepatitis B. In addition to between friends or lovers, you can get vaccinated first. For severe hepatitis patients, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately and follow the doctor's advice for prompt treatment. Avoid blindly relying on advertisements or herbal remedies for treatment, as this may worsen the condition.