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Hepatitis B

Common Condition

Viral infection affecting the liver that can become chronic and lead to serious liver disease including cirrhosis and cancer.

Symptoms

Abdominal pain

Dark urine

Fever

Joint pain

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Loss of appetite

Nausea and vomiting

Weakness and fatigue

Yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice)

May have no symptoms

Chronic infection often asymptomatic

Causes

Hepatitis B virus

Blood contact with infected person

Unprotected sex

Sharing needles

Mother to baby transmission

Needle stick injuries

Sharing razors or toothbrushes

Tattoos with unsterile equipment

Healthcare exposure

Not through casual contact

Treatments

Acute: supportive care and monitoring

Chronic: antiviral medications

Entecavir

Tenofovir

Pegylated interferon

Regular liver monitoring

Avoiding alcohol

Hepatocellular carcinoma screening

Liver transplant if end-stage

Vaccination for close contacts

When to See a Doctor

Get tested if you have risk factors. See a doctor for symptoms like jaundice, persistent fatigue, abdominal pain, or if you know you've been exposed to hepatitis B.

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About Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B: Protecting Your Liver

Hepatitis B can become chronic and lead to cirrhosis or liver cancer. Vaccination is the best protection. If infected, antiviral medications can control the virus and prevent liver damage.

"Ang bakuna ay proteksyon—iwasan ang hepatitis B."

Specialists Who Commonly Treat Hepatitis B

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Oncology Clinic at Loyola Heights

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Rollin P. Tabuena, MD, FPCP, FPCCP

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Dr. Aicee Bernal Plastic Surgery Clinic

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Hepatitis B: Protecting Your Liver Health

Hepatitis B is a serious liver infection that's common in the Philippines. Learn about prevention through vaccination, testing, and treatment options for those infected.

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