Hepatitis B (cont.)
IN THIS ARTICLE
- Hepatitis B Overview
- Hepatitis B Causes
- Hepatitis B Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Hepatitis B Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery
- Other Therapy
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
- Support Groups and Counseling
- For More Information
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- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
- Viewer Comments: Hepatitis B - Describe Your Experience
Next Steps
Follow-up
Follow all instructions that your health care provider gives you.
- Take it easy. Get plenty of rest.
- Drink enough clear fluids to stay well hydrated. Fluids should be free of alcohol and caffeine.
- Avoid medicines such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) and preparations that contain acetaminophen, which can be harmful to the liver.
- Do not drink alcohol until your health care provider tells you it is all right.
- Avoid prolonged or vigorous physical exercise until your symptoms improve.
- If symptoms worsen at any time, contact your health care provider
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In 1965, Blumberg et al reported the discovery of the hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), also known as Australia antigen, and its antibody, hepatitis B surface antibody (HBsAb).
