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? Hepatitis B virus TEM micrograph showing hepatitis B virions. Virus classification Group: Group VII (dsDNA-RT) Family: Hepadnaviridae Genus: Orthohepadnavirus Species: Hepatitis B virus This article is about the hepatitis B virus. For the hydrology transport model see HBV hydrology model. Originally known as serum hepatitis, hepatitis B has only been recognized as such since World War II, and has caused current epidemics in parts of Asia and Africa.[1] Hepatitis ...
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Complications
... Having a chronic HBV infection eventually may lead to serious liver diseases such as cirrhosis and liver cancer. Having had HBV infection as an infant or child gives you a greater chance of developing...
Source: MayoClinic
Treatment ... If you know you''ve been exposed to HBV, call your doctor immediately. Receiving an injection of hepatitis B immune globulin within 24 hours of coming in contact with the virus may help protect you fr...
Source: MayoClinic
Self-care ... If you''ve received a diagnosis of hepatitis B, your doctor will likely recommend certain lifestyle changes. These simple measures will help keep you healthy longer: Avoid drinking alcohol. Alcohol sp...
Source: MayoClinic
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Resources
- Add Hepatitis B Vaccination to Your Back to School List (National Center for Infectious Diseases, CDC, OPHS, HHS)
- Advice for Parents (Hepatitis B Foundation)
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