Hepatitis B vaccination
What you need to know about hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a serious infectious disease caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). This virus causes inflammation of the liver, which can occur in both acute and chronic forms. In the acute form of the disease, there are sudden symptoms such as high fever, nausea, fatigue, jaundice, and abdominal pain. In the chronic form, the disease can last for years without obvious symptoms, which increases the risk of serious complications.
Hepatitis B virus is transmitted through blood and can also be found in various body fluids, making it possible to transmit it in a variety of situations. The most common routes of transmission are:
- The virus may be present in saliva, which can cause infection through kissing or sharing personal items.
- The hepatitis B virus can also be found in urine, although this route of transmission is less common.
- The virus can be transmitted through sexual contact without using contraception, so it is important to take safety precautions during intimate relationships.
- Although the risk of transmission through tears is low, the virus may be present in eye fluids, making contact with infected people potentially dangerous.
- Hepatitis B can be transmitted through vaginal secretions, so the infection can spread through unprotected sexual contact.
Possible routes of infection for young children include various situations where the child may come into contact with infected body fluids or objects. These may include the following routes:
- The virus can be transmitted through the placenta or during the baby's passage through the birth canal, which makes timely screening and vaccination of pregnant women important.
- Children who socialize in groups can become infected through scratches, bites, fights, or other injuries that cause contact with blood or other fluids. It is important to carry out prevention and follow the rules of personal hygiene in children's groups.
- Infection can occur through the sharing of personal items such as scissors, toothbrushes, towels, or combs, which may contain traces of infected body fluids.
- The infection can be transmitted during medical procedures, including dental procedures, if unsterile instruments are used. It is also important to pay attention to the quality of processing of instruments in beauty salons and medical institutions.
How to diagnose?
Hepatitis B is diagnosed exclusively through laboratory blood tests. These tests allow you to accurately determine the presence of the virus in the body and its activity. The main diagnostic method is the detection of a specific marker of the virus - hepatitis B surface antigen (HbsAg).
This antigen is present in the blood during infection and allows us to distinguish between acute and chronic forms of the disease. Detection of HBsAg indicates an active infection that requires further medical monitoring and treatment.
Only after a thorough laboratory examination can an accurate diagnosis be made and an effective treatment strategy for hepatitis B be developed.
How to treat?
Treatment for hepatitis B depends on the form of the disease and the severity of the patient's condition.
Acute form: Treatment of acute hepatitis B requires hospitalization in an infectious disease hospital. During this period, patients are subject to careful medical supervision to identify possible complications.
Chronic form: Treatment of chronic hepatitis B is a long-term process and is carried out under the supervision of an infectious disease specialist. The main goal of treatment is to control the activity of the virus. To do this, patients are prescribed antiviral drugs that reduce the level of the virus in the blood and prevent its reproduction.
It is important to remember that timely diagnosis and treatment of hepatitis B significantly reduces the risk of developing serious complications.
What are the symptoms?
It is necessary to pay attention to the following symptoms:
- Severe fatigue
- Sleep disturbances
- Yellowing of the skin and eyes (sclera)
- Black urine
- Constipation
- Nausea and vomiting
- Decreased appetite
- Joint pain
- Dull abdominal pain in the liver
What is prevention?
Prevention of hepatitis B is through timely vaccination , which should be carried out immediately after birth. Vaccination is the most effective way to prevent infection with the hepatitis B virus and its serious complications.
In addition to vaccination, important preventive measures include avoiding contact with infected body fluids, using disposable medical instruments, and adhering to sanitary and hygienic standards.
Preventing hepatitis B is an important step towards protecting your health, as this disease can cause serious consequences for the liver, especially if it is not treated in the early stages.
Vaccines for vaccination
| The name of the vaccine | Country | Composition and form of release | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engerix B (0.5) | Belgium | suspension for injection. | 750 UAH |
| Hex's Infanrix | Belgium | suspension for injection | 2600 UAH |
| Hexaxime | France | suspension for injection. | 2400 UAH |
| Twinrix | Belgium | suspension for injection. | 2300 UAH |
| Engerix B (1.0) | Belgium | suspension for injection. |
Where are vaccinations given?
St. Hryhoriya Skovorody, 31
5 Petro Grihorenko Ave
St. Gvardiytsiv-Shironintsiv, 33
Hryhorivske Shosse, 57
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