If HBeAg is negative, does it mean that you have recovered from hepatitis B?

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Question
Hi Doctor,
My first blood test for HBeAg was positive, but the last time I got tested again it came back negative. Please ask the doctor if the HBeAg negative is cured of hepatitis B? Thank you doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Doctor, Doctor Le Xuan Luat - Department of General Internal Medicine, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.

Hi,
With the question “Having a negative HBeAg index cured hepatitis B? ”, the doctor replied as follows:
HBeAg is just a biomarker of hepatitis B virus. To make an indication to take medicine or not to take antiviral drugs for hepatitis B, it is necessary to evaluate a number of other indicators. . You should go to Vinmec hospital for specific advice.
If you still have questions about whether a negative HBeAg index means you have recovered from hepatitis B, you can go to a medical facility 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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