What precautions should patients with hepatitis B take?

Dec 01, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Huang Yuhong

Introduction

Precautions for hepatitis B patients include adhering to standardized antiviral treatment, strictly avoiding alcohol, maintaining regular作息 (daily routines) and moderate exercise, and taking personal protective measures to prevent transmission to others. Patients should take medication long-term as prescribed by their doctor, without arbitrarily adjusting the dosage or stopping treatment, to prevent viral resistance and worsening liver damage. Regular follow-up tests for liver function and viral load are essential to help doctors adjust the treatment plan.

In general, precautions for patients with hepatitis B include adhering to standardized antiviral treatment, strictly avoiding alcohol consumption, maintaining regular作息 (daily routines) and moderate exercise, focusing on a balanced and light diet, and taking personal protective measures to prevent transmission to others. The specific details are as follows:

1. Adhere to standardized antiviral treatment: Take medication long-term according to the doctor's plan. Do not adjust dosage or discontinue medication without authorization, as this may lead to viral resistance and worsen liver damage. Regularly undergo follow-up tests for liver function and viral load to assist doctors in adjusting the treatment plan.

2. Strictly avoid alcohol: Alcohol metabolites directly damage liver cells and accelerate the development of cirrhosis and liver cancer. All types of alcoholic beverages must be completely avoided, along with foods and medications containing alcohol.

3. Maintain regular daily routines and engage in moderate exercise: Ensure adequate sleep and avoid staying up late, which increases the burden on the liver. Choose low-intensity activities such as walking or yoga, 3–5 times per week for about 30 minutes each session. Avoid strenuous exercise that may cause fatigue.

4. Focus on a balanced and light diet: Increase intake of vegetables, fruits, high-quality proteins, and whole grains. Reduce consumption of high-fat, high-sugar, high-salt, and spicy foods. Avoid unverified health supplements to reduce the metabolic burden on the liver.

5. Practice personal protection to prevent spreading the virus: Do not share personal items such as toothbrushes or razors with others. Use protective measures during sexual activity. Female patients should consult their doctor promptly upon pregnancy to implement effective mother-to-child transmission prevention strategies.

Hepatitis B patients should develop awareness of long-term disease management, have regular check-ups at正规 (qualified) medical institutions, and seek timely medical care if symptoms such as fatigue, jaundice, or abdominal distension occur, to avoid delays in treatment.

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