Patients with hepatitis B can still live normally

Patients with hepatitis B are certainly worried about their illness. Hearing the verdict that you suffer from chronic hepatitis B can be scary. But with the right actions, you can still lead a normal life.

In general, the body's immune system is able to completely eliminate the hepatitis B virus, which can cause inflammation of the liver. However, some people's bodies are unable to do it, the virus survives and develops into chronic hepatitis B.
Chronic hepatitis B, if left untreated, can cause long-term health problems, including liver damage, cirrhosis, liver cancer and death.

Although no drugs have been found to completely eradicate hepatitis B virus, antiviral drugs such as peginterferon alfa-2a, lamivudine, adefovir, telbivudine and entecavir are now available. can suppress viral activity thereby preventing the development of complications in the liver and transmission to others.
 
Overcoming the disorders that accompany hepatitis

It is undeniable that suffering from a chronic illness can cause bodily disorders while affecting mental disorders. Some things can be felt by people with chronic hepatitis B, such as:
  • I often feel tired. Try not to do too many activities in a day. When you feel tired, taking the time to rest or take a nap can give you endurance.
  • Nausea can damage your appetite. Eat and drink as much as you can. If necessary, ask your doctor for medicines that can help reduce nausea. Intake of vitamins or nutritional supplements should be consulted first with a doctor.
  • Depressed because of stress. In addition to attacking the body, chronic hepatitis B can also cause emotional disturbances. Patients can get support from people close to them, such as their families or partners. In addition, sufferers can also join the Hepatitis Concern community.

However, one third of people with chronic hepatitis B have no symptoms. It is not surprising that many feel healthy, even though the virus has eaten away infected hearts. About 15 to 25% of people with chronic hepatitis B will die of cirrhosis or liver cancer.

For pregnant women with chronic hepatitis B, their condition must be checked regularly. Because the hepatitis B virus can be transmitted from mother to baby during labor. Treatment can be started by using medicines that are safe for pregnant women. During labor, the baby should receive the hepatitis B vaccine immediately, accompanied if necessary with anti-hepatitis B antibodies within 12 hours after birth.
 
Passion to fight for a healthy life
Chronic hepatitis B cannot be completely controlled by the patient, but it is important to remember that patients always control various factors that can determine their level of health. Here are some things you can do.
  • Avoid cigarettes and alcohol because this can be dangerous for the liver infected with the hepatitis B virus.
  • Eat nutritious foods to help remove toxins in the body. For example, fruits and vegetables, whole grains and lean meats as a source of protein. Avoid prepared dishes or processed packaging.
  • Drink lots of water and fresh fruit juice.
  • Avoid foods that come from raw oysters because they can contain germs that are harmful to the liver.
  • Exercise regularly and get enough rest to strengthen the immune system needed to fight the virus.
  • When taking medicine or monitoring the health condition of people with chronic hepatitis B, always consult a doctor.

Prevent the spread of hepatitis B virus

Most people with chronic hepatitis B have a long life expectancy. Remember that sufferers must be careful because they can spread the virus to other people through blood and other bodily fluids. The virus is not transmitted through simple contact, for example by holding hands, sharing equipment or drinking, breastfeeding, kissing, hugging, coughing or sneezing. To prevent transmission of the hepatitis B virus, it is recommended to:
  • Vaccinate yourself and your family.
  • Have safe sex.
  • Don't share syringes, toothbrushes, towels, nail clippers and razors with others.
  • Be careful when you are tattooed or stabbed.
  • Clean all objects exposed to blood with a solution of bleach and water in a ratio of 1: 9.
  • Clean or discard items affected by hepatitis B sufferers' blood.
  • Do not give blood, organs, sperm or cells

The effectiveness of drugs to suppress the hepatitis B virus will only reach a certain level. The only way to find out if your treatment is effective or not is to do a routine health check and monitor liver status through ultrasound, CT scan, MRI or biopsy.

Consultation with a specialist in internal medicine or hepatology should be done once or twice a year, or depending on your health condition.

Suffering from chronic hepatitis B is not the end of it all, you always have the opportunity to move and live a normal life with proper care and care and have a healthy lifestyle.

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