Can you eat abalone if you have influenza B?
Disease description:
Hello doctor, people around me have recently been infected with influenza B. I'd like to ask if it's okay to eat abalone when having influenza B?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Jiang Weimin
Abalone is a prized seafood with excellent nutritional value, rich in high levels of protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals, all of which greatly benefit human health. However, there is some debate regarding whether patients with hepatitis B can consume abalone. Generally speaking, hepatitis B patients who are not taking medication may eat abalone. However, patients must maintain a scientifically balanced diet, especially when taking medication, as drugs may interfere with abalone metabolism and potentially lead to drug-related toxic side effects. In addition, hepatitis B patients should strictly control the amount of abalone they consume to avoid digestive discomfort caused by excessive intake. Overall, hepatitis B patients may consume small amounts of abalone, but must carefully coordinate their diet with medication use to prevent adverse drug reactions.
