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Suggest Treatment For Hepatitis B In Pregnancy
Hi Dr. Rao, My name is Wendy and I am 29 years old. I am currently 16 wks pregnant with my second child and I have been diagnosed with Hepatitis B. I have seen a physician in WA and was told that I will not be vaccinated until after I give birth. I am still eager to get treatment as soon as possible. My husband and 3 yr old son have also been tested and we re waiting for the results to come. What treatment can we get if they too are infected and how effective is the treatment? When do you recommend me having vaccination? should I wait till after giving birth? I was told by the physician that my body has responded with antibodies to fight the infection and so far my liver is normal. How can I be sure if it will not cause anything to my liver?
Wed, 25 May 2016
Hi Wendy i can understand your concern regarding your pregnancy and your liver.but you have 2 get investigated further 2 find whether it's active infection and viral load.only then can chances of your liver getting damaged be assessed and pregnancy outcome monitored.u can take liver supportive but vaccination and antiviral therapy 2 be taken after delivery
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