This pamphlet provides information about hepatitis B, a viral disease that affects the liver. It discusses the liver and how it is affected by the hepatitis B virus (HBV), what is chronic hepatitis B, who gets HBV, its transmission and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment such as liver transplantation if chronic hepatitis B causes liver failure. The pamphlet also discusses HBV prevention including vaccination, what to do if exposed to HBV, getting tested and early treatment to prevent liver damage, and participating in clinical trials. The pamphlet also provides contacts for more information.
Focus Area:
Viral Hepatitis
Topics/Subjects:
Prevention
Testing and Counseling
Treatment and Care
Subjects:
Diagnostic Tests
Disease Transmission
High Risk Behaviors
Medical Treatments and Therapies
Publication Date:
2009
Format:
Pamphlet
24 p.: col., ill.
Last Updated Date:
Publication ID:
34916