Patient's question:
My friends are hepatitis B carriers. We eat, live, and even sleep in the same bed together. Sometimes we even share toothpaste. During my freshman year, I had antibodies during the health check, but that was when I was in 8th grade. I thought antibodies only last up to 5 years, and now I'm in my junior year. Have I lost my antibodies? Will I get infected by living with hepatitis B carriers?Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, living this way is relatively easy to transmit, but contact with a hepatitis B carrier in daily life will never lead to transmission. However, long-term use of many personal items, such as cups and toothpaste, can easily lead to infection. It is recommended that you do not worry too much and can go to the hospital for a thorough check-up to see if you still have antibodies. If not, you should get vaccinated under anesthesia. For patients with severe liver disease, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible and treat early according to the doctor's advice. Do not blindly trust advertisements for medication to treat the condition, as this may worsen the illness. The above suggestions are for reference only.