Hepatitis B (cont.)
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- 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
Synonyms and Keywords
cirrhosis, fulminant hepatitis, hepatitis B virus, HBV, hepatocellular carcinoma, liver cancer, liver failure, liver transplant, yellow jaundice, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, acute hepatitis B, chronic hepatitis B, HBV infection, hepatitis B infection, hepatitis B causes, hepatitis B symptoms, hepatitis B treatment, liver biopsy, antiviral medications, hepatitis B vaccine, immune globulin
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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).
