Dear @adeleke_afeez,
The antivirals used in HBV are generally safe and indeed are a component of PrEP, which is taken by HIV-negative people to prevent transmission. You should continue to take the drug and dose as prescribed by your health professional.
If you raise antibodies to HBsAg (anti-HBs), this means it was an acute infection and you have cleared the infection.
The usual prescribed dosage for tenofovir disoproxil fumarate in HBV infection is 300mg daily tablet.
Generally the check-up after 6 months will be the whole panel including LFT to determine your status.
Hope this helps,
Thomas
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Hello everyone
I am really happy to meet with you guys. My name is Abraham from Africa. I get tested in October 2023 & my result showed I’m hep b positive.my doctor told me its not necessary to start medication unless he confirms whether it is acute or chronic & he appointed me to comeback after six months. I need clarification on 2 issues
1.During my diagnosis at oct’23 my doctor told me that my ultrasound test shows some liver inflammation & he ignored it.Why ?(i can attach the picture if any one can read it)
2.currently i have a pain under the ribs of right upper abdomen part.do i need to start the medication before it get worse ?
Welcome @Abraham
Thank you for introducing yourself and sharing your story.
I’m not a health expert, but do you know a bit as you said the doctor is waiting to see whether you are in acute stage , meaning you will clear the virus and not need medication or chronic, Meaning it’s not gonna go away, before he wants you to start medication.
One of our health experts will be able to help you further. They shouldn’t be too long.
Blessings
Dear @Abraham,
Welcome to the forum and thanks for your questions.
This may have been part of the initial diagnosis of acute hep B infection, which is commonly linked with liver inflammation. This is your body’s way of trying to clear the virus infection.
If this continues or becomes unbearable, indeed you should go to your doctor and get their advice about it.
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Thank you for your swift response. I wish long live for all you guys.
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