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Treating Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B Fact Sheet
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Treatment for acute hepatitis B is supportive.

Chronic hepatitis B can be treated with interferon-alfa.

Approximately 25% to 40% of adults with chronic HBV infection achieve long-term remission after treatment with interferon-alfa.

Hepatitis B-positive persons should be evaluated for liver disease by their health care provider.

Treatment Information

  • Interferon-alfa

Important Note: If you have contracted hepatitis B, you may be at increased risk for HIV/AIDS. 

HIV/ AIDS Testing
Antibody testing is available through Boulder County Public Health. To schedule an appointment for confidential or anonymous testing and counseling, call 303-413-7500. 

 


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Please Note: All information is general in nature and should not substitute seeking proper medical attention.

Citation: This information has been compiled from resources provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). For more information on the CDC, visit their website at: http://www.cdc.gov/.


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