Hepatitis B prevention
Release time : 05/08/2025 09:30:02
China is a country with a high prevalence of hepatitis B, which has strong infectivity and a very high incidence. It has been found through clinical research that one out of every ten people carries the hepatitis B virus, so it is crucial to prevent the transmission of hepatitis B viruses.
Although hepatitis B is a serious infectious disease, it can still be prevented.
Hepatitis B, whether in the form of "big three" or "small three", is highly contagious. Therefore, preventing hepatitis B is an important aspect of maintaining our health. So, how can we prevent hepatitis B? What should we pay attention to when trying to prevent hepatitis B? These are all questions that we need to understand. Let's take a closer look at them together with the editor.
1. Individuals with normal liver function (serum transaminase levels) for more than three months may gradually engage in light work and then progressively increase their workload until they return to their original job.
2. Chronic hepatitis B patients have decreased immune function, making them prone to infections by various pathogens and bacteria, which can lead to the reactivation or worsening of a condition that has already been in a stable state or is nearing recovery.
Patients should exercise more caution in their diet, hygiene, and personal care, adjusting their clothing according to the weather conditions to prevent colds and various infections.
3. Patients with chronic hepatitis should consume foods rich in high-quality proteins, pay attention to the intake of high-fiber, high-vitamin foods, and selenium supplements, as well as low-fat diets and appropriate sugar consumption.
Avoid alcohol, and eat less spicy and fried foods.
Avoid overindulging in sweets.
Avoid blindly supplementing to avoid harming the liver or increasing its burden.
4. Patients with chronic hepatitis B can undergo regular follow-up examinations for liver function, Hepatitis B surface antigen and core antibody levels, alpha-fetoprotein, and ultrasound.
Given that HBV is transmittable, it is essential to implement effective preventive measures against its transmission. What are the measures for HBV prevention? 1. Avoiding the transmission of hepatitis B virus into the human body.
It is necessary to regularly check the health status of occupational blood donors, and those who have hepatitis B infection markers or are carriers of the hepatitis B surface antigen cannot donate blood.
2. Blocking mother-to-child transmission.
If it can be prevented completely, the number of hepatitis B surface antibody carriers in China will decrease by one third.
At present, there are more than 120 million carriers of the surface antigen.
3. Cut off the transmission of saliva.
In 50% - 80% hepatitis B virus carriers' saliva, it can catch the virus. It is a bad habit to feed children with mouth to mouth, so we should stop it.
4. Ensure the quality of blood transfusion and blood products.
Injection products and medical devices must be strictly sterilized, and 75% alcohol immersion alone is insufficient to kill the hepatitis B virus.
5. Implement timely isolation and treatment of patients.
The isolation period for a person infected with hepatitis B is longer than that for someone infected with hepatitis A.
6. The key points for preventing hepatitis B transmission through the "oral-fecal" route are essentially the same as those for hepatitis A.
7. Improve sanitation efforts.
Blood-sucking arthropods such as mosquitoes, bed bugs, and fleas may also transmit hepatitis B. Therefore, it is important to maintain good household and environmental hygiene, bathe frequently, change clothes regularly, and wash and air out bedding often.
Stay away from places prone to infection, such as public areas, barber shops, and beauty salons, which can easily be contaminated with HBV. Facilities like bathhouses, razors, eyebrow tattooing, and pedicures can all transmit HBV.
Some unregulated medical clinics fail to strictly sterilize needles, containers, and instruments, making it easy to contract the hepatitis B virus.
The vaccination schedule for the hepatitis B vaccine for newborns or adults follows the "0-1-6" protocol, which means: - "0": The first dose is administered within 24 hours after birth for newborns.
"1": one month after the first injection, administer a second injection.
6: The third injection is administered at six months following the first injection, which is half a year after the first injection.
Hepatitis B Prevention and Treatment 1. Treatment principles for chronic hepatitis B: 30% of the treatment focuses on medication, and 70% is about regulation and adjustment.
We must have the confidence and willpower to overcome illness, maintain a cheerful spirit, follow a regular lifestyle, and eat healthily without over-nutrition leading to obesity.
In addition to bed rest for jaundice or significant elevation of transaminase levels, appropriate physical activity should be undertaken in a manner that combines rest and movement.
2. Medication Principles (1) The use of medications should not be excessive or complex, as many drugs undergo liver detoxification. Excessive and complex medication use increases the burden on the liver and is detrimental to liver health.
(2) According to the specific situation of patients with chronic hepatitis B, targeted medication is given. Patients with obvious replication of the hepatitis B virus are treated with antiviral drugs.
For patients with immune dysfunction, medication aimed at modulating immune function is used.
For cases with liver cell damage, medication to protect the liver cells should be used.
For patients with microcirculatory disorders in the liver, medications that enhance microcirculation should be used.
Based on syndrome differentiation, it is advisable to take traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions or select one or two kinds of Chinese patent medicines for long-term use.
During medication, it is essential to ensure rest and proper nutrition. These are the primary treatment methods for patients with liver disease.
Under the premise of rest and nutrition, it is possible to exert the effect of medication.
Prevention methods for hepatitis B are important to safeguard our health.
Here, our editor introduces some dietary precautions for hepatitis B prevention. We hope everyone will learn from this and take responsibility for their health.
1. Diet for Acute Hepatitis B: In the early stage of acute hepatitis, patients often experience severe nausea, vomiting, and poor appetite, which may not meet their nutritional needs.
Therefore, during this stage, it is advisable to consume foods that are easily digestible and light in texture, such as noodles and porridge. In addition, include a moderate amount of vegetables and fruits, and eat smaller, frequent meals.
The diet should be based on the patient's comfort in amount and frequency, and the patient should not be forced to eat more.
During the recovery phase of acute hepatitis, if the patient's symptoms of nausea and vomiting have disappeared and appetite has significantly improved, it is appropriate to appropriately increase the intake of protein and unsaturated fatty acids.
Protein sources can be selected from soy products, milk, chicken, and freshwater fish with low fat content. Unsaturated fatty acids mainly come from vegetable oils. The amount of food intake should gradually increase and be gradual.
It is specially emphasized here that in acute hepatitis, especially during recovery, consuming a large amount of sucrose or glucose can easily lead to fatty degeneration of liver cells and is detrimental to the recovery from hepatitis.
II. Dietary Management for Chronic Hepatitis B: The characteristic of chronic hepatitis is the recurrent exacerbation and relief of liver inflammation, thus dietary management plans should be adjusted according to the condition of liver function.
In the remission phase of chronic hepatitis, when liver function tests are close to normal and there are no significant digestive symptoms, it is emphasized to maintain a balanced diet.
1. Providing appropriate calories 2. Adequate protein intake can maintain nitrogen balance, improve liver function and facilitate the repair and regeneration of hepatocytes damaged by injury.
3. Provide an appropriate amount of carbohydrates: Carbohydrates should account for 50-70% of the total caloric intake. Appropriate carbohydrates not only ensure the energy supply for patients with chronic hepatitis but also reduce the breakdown of body tissues' proteins, promote liver amino acid utilization, increase glycogen reserves in the liver, and enhance the detoxifying capabilities of hepatic cells.
4. Limiting Fat Intake: Fat is one of the three major nutritional elements, and its unsaturated fatty acids are essential nutrients for the body, which cannot be replaced by other foods. Therefore, it is unnecessary to excessively restrict fat intake.
Additionally, consuming an adequate amount of fat is beneficial for the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, such as vitamins A, E, and K.
5. Supplement with an appropriate amount of vitamins and minerals: Vitamins play a crucial role in the detoxification, regeneration, and enhancement of immunity of hepatic cells.
Vitamins are often used as adjuvant treatments for chronic hepatitis.
Vitamin supplementation primarily relies on dietary sources, and it is beneficial to take appropriate amounts of vitamin preparations when there is a deficiency.
Patients with chronic hepatitis are prone to calcium deficiency and osteoporosis. It is necessary to drink milk or take calcium supplements regularly.
6. Avoid alcohol and substances that can damage the liver: Alcohol can cause harm to liver cells, and patients with chronic hepatitis have decreased liver detoxification capacity for alcohol.
Even a small amount of alcohol consumption could worsen liver cell damage and exacerbate liver disease. Therefore, patients with hepatitis should abstain from alcohol.
Here, I remind those who like smoking and drinking that in point six, it is easy to damage liver cells by smoking and drinking. Therefore, we should not smoke or drink too much. Especially for patients with hepatitis B, they should not contact.
Additionally, regular exercise and physical activity can also play a preventative role in health preservation.
The medical information provided in this text is for reference only.
In case of discomfort, it is advised to seek medical attention immediately. The diagnosis and treatment should be based on a face-to-face consultation with a medical professional.