Patient's question:
I used to have a girlfriend whose family had a hereditary hepatitis B. We got divorced six months ago. Today, I saw a blood donation vehicle offering free blood donation and found out that my ALT is high. Am I infected with hepatitis B?Doctor's answer:
An elevated ALT level does not prove that you have hepatitis B; it only indicates abnormal liver function. Further detailed examination is necessary. It is recommended to undergo a health check-up at the hospital, including blood routine tests, liver and kidney function tests, and the hepatitis B serological markers (HBsAg, anti-HBs, HBeAg, anti-HBe, and anti-HBc). In addition, during the treatment of hepatitis B, besides symptomatic treatment, the patient's dietary condition and psychological state are also very important. The patient must maintain a light diet and keep a cheerful and optimistic mindset at all times to avoid unnecessary impacts on the complete recovery from hepatitis B.