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Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B Overview
Hepatitis B is one of five types of hepatitis that can infect humans. All of the hepatitis viruses affect the liver, but they have different modes of transmission and cause different levels of damage. Hepatitis B can be sexually transmitted.
How Do I Get Tested For Hepatitis B/HBV?
Some simple blood tests will let your doctor find out if you are infected with Hepatitis B... or if you're safe from infection.
How is Hepatitis B Treated?
There is no specific treatment available for acute hepatitis B.
What Are The Symptoms of Hepatitis B?
It can be easy to mistake the symptoms of hepatitis B for something else.
What Do I Need To Know About Hepatitis B During Pregnancy?
Women at high risk for hepatitis B should be vaccinated before becoming pregnant.

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