Can inactive hepatitis B be completely cured?

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Question
Hi doctor,
I just got tested for hepatitis b inactive. Can I ask the doctor if hepatitis B can't be completely cured? Thank you doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Nguyen Thi Nhat - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “Can Hepatitis B be inactive and completely treated? ", the doctor answered as follows:
Hepatitis B is an incurable chronic disease caused by the hepatitis B virus that will integrate the genetic material of the virus and the nucleus of the liver cells, and the hepatitis B antiviral drugs only The effect of inhibiting the replication of hepatitis B virus without eliminating the virus from the body. So if you have inactive hepatitis B you will need to see an infectious disease specialist every 3 - 6 months
If you still have questions about treatment for inactive hepatitis B, you can to medical facilities under Vinmec Health System for early examination and treatment. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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