Is "Big Three Positive" (Hepatitis B) hereditary?
Sep 07, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lu Haiying
Introduction
"Big three positives" refers to hepatitis B virus infection. Under normal circumstances, hepatitis B is generally not hereditary. Specifically: In summary, if a patient is diagnosed with hepatitis B, they should seek treatment at a professional infectious diseases department, receive standardized treatment under the guidance of a physician, have regular follow-up visits, and control disease progression.
"Big three positives" refers to chronic hepatitis B. Under normal circumstances, hepatitis B is generally not hereditary. The specific details are as follows:
Hepatitis B is an infectious disease, not a genetic disorder. It is usually transmitted through vertical mother-to-child transmission, and other transmission routes include sexual contact, blood transmission, and perinatal (mother-to-child) transmission. In cases of chronic hepatitis B, symptoms may recur, including aversion to greasy food, poor sleep, dizziness, and fatigue. Later stages may present with loose stools, dark urine, palmar erythema (liver palms), spider nevi, and spleen enlargement. Some patients may also experience mild fever. In acute hepatitis B, symptoms may include jaundice, abdominal distension, and diarrhea; in more severe cases, patients may feel fatigued, weak, and suffer from headaches. Additionally, a minority of patients may have loss of appetite, low-grade fever, insomnia with vivid dreams, and aversion to oily foods.
In summary, when a patient is diagnosed with hepatitis B, it is important to seek care at a specialized infectious diseases department. Treatment should be conducted under the guidance of a physician, with regular follow-up visits to monitor and control disease progression.
