Patient's question:
I am a mother who carries the hepatitis B virus. My son received the vaccine at birth, but why is he still tested as a hepatitis B carrier now? Does being a hepatitis B carrier affect children?Doctor's answer:
It is not possible to completely prevent hepatitis B infection just by vaccinating the mother during childbirth. For such pregnant women, it is generally recommended to perform (mother-child interruption), which involves administering hepatitis B immune globulin monthly from the third month of pregnancy under anesthesia until delivery. After the child is born, it is important to promptly administer hepatitis B immune globulin and the hepatitis B vaccine to effectively prevent hepatitis B virus infection. Timing the administration at 12 hours, 24 hours, 72 hours, and 30 days after birth significantly increases the likelihood of successful interruption.Considering your situation, it seems that the interruption was not successful. Hepatitis B carriers should pay attention to their personal immune status and maintain good immunity. If liver function abnormalities or jaundice reappear, it should be addressed promptly.