Patient's question:
I am a carrier of the hepatitis B virus. I don't know what the reason is, but I discovered it during a health check-up. However, it doesn't affect my daily life much. Recently, my husband and I are planning to have a child, but as I am a hepatitis B carrier, I don't know if I can get pregnant. I'm very upset about what it might mean for the child. Can hepatitis B carriers get pregnant?Doctor's answer:
Women with hepatitis B can still conceive if their liver function is normal, as hepatitis B is transmitted through mother-to-child transmission. Therefore, it is necessary to take measures to prevent transmission. During the 7th, 8th, and 9th months of pregnancy, administer hepatitis B immune globulin to prevent intrauterine transmission of the fetus. Additionally, within 24 hours after the baby is born, administer hepatitis B immune globulin and the hepatitis B vaccine to achieve effective prevention, with a high success rate. In addition to symptomatic treatment, patients with hepatitis B should also pay attention to maintaining a positive mood in daily life, as a good mood is very helpful for the complete recovery of the disease. I hope the above information can assist you.