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Question
Hello doctor,
I have hepatitis B, HBsAg positive. I have been taking the antiretroviral drug tefostad for almost 4 years. Recently, I went to have ALT, AST normal, liver ultrasound normal, HBeAg negative, Anti HBe negative, HBV automated system load measurement, but no HBV-DNA was detected in the sample. Doctor tell me, what does hepatitis B test mean? When should I stop taking my antiretroviral drugs and if I stop taking them will my illness get worse? I would like to thank you.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Master, Specialist II Phan Thi Minh Huong - Gastroenterologist - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Danang International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question “What does the hepatitis B test mean? ”, the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Currently your test results are normal, but you continue to take antiretroviral drugs, only stopping when HBsAg is negative. If you stop taking the medication, there is a very high risk of a flare-up.
Patients with hepatitis B need to strictly follow the doctor's treatment regimen. At the same time, patients need to follow a scientific diet, avoid greasy, salty, hot and spicy foods; do not use alcohol and adhere to a suitable diet and lifestyle... In addition, you need to see a specialist in Gastroenterology - Hepatobiliary Medicine every 3-6 months.
If you still have questions about hepatitis B, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for testing and further advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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