Hepatitis B
What is sexually acquired hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B is a virus which causes long-term damage to the liver. The hepatitis B virus can be acquired sexually, or through bodily fluids.
How is hepatitis B transmitted?
Hepatitis B can be transmitted either sexually, or from using dirty needles, or from mother to child during pregnancy or delivery of the baby.
How do I know if I've got hepatitis B?
More often than not hepatitis B doesn't cause any symptoms at all, and if in doubt you should get a test for hepatitis B from your doctor.
What are the long term effects of hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B can cause long-term damage to the liver, and in less than 1% of cases of hepatitis B, death.
How can I avoid getting hepatitis B?
You can avoid getting hepatitis B by always practising safe sex and making sure that you've only been using clean needles and sterile medical equipment.
What should I do if I get hepatitis B?
If you get hepatitis B, you will receive further testing from your doctor and be referred to an appropriate clinical specialist in treating hepatitis B.
How do I cure hepatitis B?
There is no standard cure for hepatitis. Some people with high levels of hepatitis B virus in their blood may be considered for antiviral medication.
