Patient's question:
My body has always been very good, but recently it hasn't been doing well. So, I went to the hospital for a thorough check-up. The doctor said my hepatitis B surface antibody was positive. I don't really understand this disease, so I wanted to ask you. What are the symptoms of a positive hepatitis B surface antibody?Doctor's answer:
The hepatitis B surface antibody is an autoimmune and protective antibody against the hepatitis B virus. A positive result indicates a previous infection with the hepatitis B virus, but the virus has been eliminated, or the individual has been vaccinated against hepatitis B and has developed protective antibodies. The higher the titer of hepatitis B surface antibody in the serum, the stronger the protection. However, a small number of people with a positive hepatitis B surface antibody may still develop hepatitis B again, possibly due to infection with a different subtype or a mutation of the hepatitis B virus. There are several treatment methods for hepatitis, but the specific approach depends on the patient's symptoms. Therefore, it is essential for patients to receive a prompt diagnosis to ensure appropriate treatment.