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Can Inactive And Asymptomatic Hepatitis-B Be Transmitted?
Question: does inactive hep b mean it cant be transmitted ?
i mean inactive hep b
i mean inactive hep b
Brief Answer:
Yes it is possible.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query at HCM.
I understand your concern and situation.
Yes one can transmit HepB if no disease and only carrier or asymptomatic. It is spread through contact with the blood and body fluids of an infected person by sex with an infected person without using a condom, sharing needles or
sharing personal items like razors or toothbrushes. One cannot get hepatitis B from casual contact such as hugging, kissing, sneezing, coughing, or sharing food or drinks. The infectivity depends upon HBsAg and HBeAg levels. If person develops anti HBe he is less likely to transmit the virus.
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Dr Sheetal Verma
Yes it is possible.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query at HCM.
I understand your concern and situation.
Yes one can transmit HepB if no disease and only carrier or asymptomatic. It is spread through contact with the blood and body fluids of an infected person by sex with an infected person without using a condom, sharing needles or
sharing personal items like razors or toothbrushes. One cannot get hepatitis B from casual contact such as hugging, kissing, sneezing, coughing, or sharing food or drinks. The infectivity depends upon HBsAg and HBeAg levels. If person develops anti HBe he is less likely to transmit the virus.
Hope I answered your query.
Rating and review will be appreciated.
Dr Sheetal Verma
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