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Hepatitis B is a viral infection that affects the liver. It is caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). The virus is transmitted through direct contact with infected blood, semen, or other body fluids. Some common ways of transmission include unprotected sexual contact with an infected person, sharing contaminated needles and syringes, and mother-to-child transmission during childbirth. Symptoms of hepatitis B can vary from mild to severe and may include abdominal pain, fever, joint pain, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin and eyes. Chronic hepatitis B is a long-term condition that can lead to liver damage, liver cancer, and other complications. However, it can be prevented by vaccination.
Common ways that HBV can spread are: 1. Sexual contact. You may get hepatitis B if you have unprotected sex with someone who is infected. The virus can pass to you if the person's blood, saliva, semen or vaginal secretions enter your body. 2. Sharing of needles. HBV easily spreads through needles anRead more
Common ways that HBV can spread are:
1. Sexual contact. You may get hepatitis B if you have unprotected sex with someone who is infected. The virus can pass to you if the person’s blood, saliva, semen or vaginal secretions enter your body.
2. Sharing of needles. HBV easily spreads through needles and syringes contaminated with infected blood. Sharing IV drug paraphernalia puts you at high risk of hepatitis B.
3. Accidental needle sticks. Hepatitis B is a concern for health care workers and anyone else who comes in contact with human blood.
4. Mother to child. Pregnant women infected with HBV can pass the virus to their babies during childbirth. However, the newborn can be vaccinated to avoid getting infected in almost all cases.
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