Q: is hepatitis b (hbsag) value 0.86 s/co supposed to be reactive within 1 month? the reference range is <0.90.

Probably negative...: With this type of test (ELISA), the results is negative for any value below the cut-off number, and this result is technically negative. However, if you were tested because of a known exposure, it is possible the test is becoming positive. Speak with your doctor or clinic about repeating it after another 1-2 weeks. If exposed you also should have had other tests like HBsAb and HBcAb.

Q: would it be possible to get hiv or hepatitis b or c from using laundromat washers and dryers. thats the only way i can do my laundry and it concerns me?

: Don't give it a second though and don't be concerned, you're perfectly safe.

Q: my son is 3 yrs old, he had an immunisation i think it was hepatitis injection 3 days ago, now his temperature is high, its 38 to 40 degrees for the past 2 days. i have been giving empaped supporsetry and ponac but temperature is not going down ?

Don't worry...: Fever by itself is not anything to be feared. It is just a symptom. It shows his body has recognized the vaccine and is preparing a robust immune response. It can last 3-5 days after a vaccine. If that is his only symptom, he's eating fine, then just let it be. Give plenty of fluids, and monitor. If fever lasts more than 5 days, or if any other symptoms develop,then warrants further evaluation

Q: i was told hepatitis liver enzymes would be in the 1000's and most other serious liver disorders are in the 100's. what are normal levels?

Normal Liver: The two main enzymes normally should be in the range of 20s to 30s.

Q: whats the difference, physiopathologically speaking, between enlargment and inflammation? since hepatomegaly is not the same as hepatitis.

Inflammation vs. enl: Enlargement is just about an increase in size. It can be from abnormal tissue like cancer or infection or from excess growth of normal tissue. Inflammation is about the body's response to something abnormal like injury or infection. When inflammation occurs the body sends in cells to try and correct or mend the problem and this often results in swelling or enlargement.

Q: many weeks stool light brown/yellow tint. daytime consistency greesy soft but well formed s-shaped, at night not formed and leaves streaks. hepatitis?

Hepatitis: A. B or C will require blood testing, so will alcoholic hepatitis and fatty liver infiltration. Call for an appointment today!

Q: how to cure hepatitis?

Hepatitis: It depends on what type of hepatitis you have (b or c), genotype, previous trials, your health status and many other determinants.

Question 1

does farting spread hepatitis?

Accepted Answer

Possibly HepA & HepE: Hepa & hepe are contagious by fecal-oral route, meaning a tiny bit of poop has to go from one person into another's mouth. 
Possibly, flatulence (farting) that includes "more" than just gas, can send enough poop by way of underwear or by way of hands to transmit hepa & hepe. This is a reason why health departments post warnings when a restaurant employee has hepa. The odor does not contain virus.

Question 2

11years old constipation with lot of gas. took librax (clinidium and chlordiazepoxide) for 3 months with stelabid. ultra sound show fatty liver. hypatitus b and c are -ve. pencryas ok?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: If you have chronic constipation, then more fiber likely just makes you bloated and more gassy. This is because you most likely have a combination of evacuation issues along with a colonic motility issue. The best solution at this point would be to see a specialist and get  labs, thyroid studies followed by a physiologic work up of your colon. In the meantime.. Low fiber diet with regular laxative.

Question 3

can hepatitis b be passed from father to child in the u.s.?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If the father passes it to mom, before or during pregnancy, baby can be exposed & get it. If mom is known to have it, there are things the dr can do to try to stop it from passing to baby. After birth, it is unlikely dad would pass it to baby. It is a blood born agent & i don't see what likely blood contact baby will have with dad. Baby should also get the vaccine at birth.

Question 4

is hepatitis b (hbsag) value 0.86 s/co supposed to be reactive within 1 month? the reference range is <0.90.

Accepted Answer

Probably negative...: With this type of test (ELISA), the results is negative for any value below the cut-off number, and this result is technically negative. However, if you were tested because of a known exposure, it is possible the test is becoming positive. Speak with your doctor or clinic about repeating it after another 1-2 weeks. If exposed you also should have had other tests like HBsAb and HBcAb.

Question 5

would it be possible to get hiv or hepatitis b or c from using laundromat washers and dryers. thats the only way i can do my laundry and it concerns me?

Accepted Answer

: Don't give it a second though and don't be concerned, you're perfectly safe.

Question 6

my son is 3 yrs old, he had an immunisation i think it was hepatitis injection  3 days ago, now his temperature is high, its  38 to 40 degrees for the past 2 days. 
i have been giving  empaped supporsetry and ponac but temperature is not going down ?

Accepted Answer

Don't worry...: Fever by itself is not anything to be feared. It is just a symptom.  It shows his body has recognized the vaccine and is preparing a robust immune response.  It can last 3-5 days after a vaccine. If that is his only symptom,  he's eating fine, then just let it be. Give plenty of fluids, and monitor. If fever lasts more than 5 days, or if any other symptoms develop,then  warrants further evaluation

Question 7

i was told hepatitis liver enzymes would be in the 1000's and most other serious liver disorders are in the 100's. what are normal levels?

Accepted Answer

Normal Liver: The two main enzymes normally should be in the range of 20s to 30s.

Question 8

whats the difference, physiopathologically speaking, between enlargment and inflammation? since hepatomegaly is not the same as hepatitis.

Accepted Answer

Inflammation vs. enl: Enlargement is just about an increase in size. It can be from abnormal tissue like cancer or infection or from excess growth of normal tissue. Inflammation is about the body's response to something abnormal like injury or infection. When inflammation occurs the body sends in cells to try and correct or mend the problem and this often results in swelling or enlargement.

Question 9

many weeks stool light brown/yellow tint. daytime consistency greesy soft but well formed s-shaped, at night not formed and leaves streaks. hepatitis?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis: A. B or C will require blood testing, so will  alcoholic hepatitis and fatty liver infiltration. Call for an appointment today!

Question 10

how to cure hepatitis?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis: It depends on what type of hepatitis you have (b or c), genotype, previous trials, your health status and many other determinants.

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Can hepatitis b be passed from father to child in the u.s.?

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Is hepatitis b (hbsag) value 0.86 s/co supposed to be reactive within 1 month? the reference range is <0.90.

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Would it be possible to get hiv or hepatitis b or c from using laundromat washers and dryers. thats the only way i can do my laundry and it concerns me?

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My son is 3 yrs old, he had an immunisation i think it was hepatitis injection 3 days ago, now his temperature is high, its 38 to 40 degrees for the past 2 days. i have been giving empaped supporsetry and ponac but temperature is not going down ?

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I was told hepatitis liver enzymes would be in the 1000's and most other serious liver disorders are in the 100's. what are normal levels?

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Whats the difference, physiopathologically speaking, between enlargment and inflammation? since hepatomegaly is not the same as hepatitis.

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Many weeks stool light brown/yellow tint. daytime consistency greesy soft but well formed s-shaped, at night not formed and leaves streaks. hepatitis?

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