Patient's question:
3. On the evening of the 18th, after drinking alcohol, I felt discomfort in my liver. This morning, I went for a liver function test and a detailed check of the hepatitis B two pairs of half. The liver function test was normal, but the hepatitis B surface antigen test showed a weak positive result. What should I do with a weakly positive hepatitis B surface antigen?Doctor's answer:
The bitterness in the mouth is a symptom of cholecystitis. People with a weak positive hepatitis B test should avoid drinking beer as it is more damaging to the liver. Excessive beer consumption can even lead to liver cirrhosis, fatty liver, and alcoholic liver disease, all of which cause discomfort in the liver area. The hepatitis B surface antigen is the outer protein shell of the hepatitis B virus and protects the viral DNA. It is not infectious on its own but only has antigenic properties. However, its presence often indicates the presence of the hepatitis B virus, making it a marker of hepatitis B infection. Regular follow-up is recommended, and treatment is not necessary for the time being.