Hello,
a positive HBsAg suggests
hepatitis B. Unfortunately hepatitis B cannot be treated with anything else besides medications. The rest of hepatitis B indices are important for the diagnosis (acute versus
chronic hepatitis) and the liver function tests may provide additional information. Anti-HBs, Anti-HBc IgM & IgG, HBeAg and Anti-HBe are useful tests to assess a patient's hepatitis B status. ALT, AST, ALP, gamma-GT,
albumin and total protein and serum
immunoglobulins are also important tests in hepatitis. Finally, depending on the results of the aforementioned tests, an HBV-DNA measurement may help in treatment decisions.
You should consult your
primary care physician for the first assessment.
I hope I've answered your question.
Please let me know if you need further assistance.
Kind Regards,
Dr Panagiotis Zografakis,
Internal Medicine Specialist