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: how long does someone live wuth hepatitis b?

Depends: Depends on the status of hepatitis b. If you are a chronic carrier then you can live a normal life span. If it is active and progresses to cirrhosis then this may limit that. Treatment can help and liver transplant can be performed.

Q: what does hepatitis b surface ab ql "reactive" mean?

Exposure / Vaccine: Hard to say without knowing the rest of the hep b panel. It either means you've been exposed to HBV or have been vaccinated.

Question 1

i have  elevated  platelets it is about  640, hepatitis b and c was negative  but i have constant pain in  my  left  side  of  my rib & also my back?

Accepted Answer

One idea: Your physician may consider the diagnosis of essential thrombocythemia with an enlarged spleen.

Question 2

is hepatitis b vaccine safe?
and does it have side effects?

Accepted Answer

COMPLETELY SAFE: FEW complications...swelling at local site of injection maybe mild fever

DO IT!  BE WISE.....IMMUNIZE!

Dr Z

Question 3

does taking creatine for building muscle have side effects for a hepatitis b patient (17 yrs male)?

Accepted Answer

No: But it does not have much effect on muscle either.

Question 4

are there any serious risks or possible side effects from getting hepatitis b immunoglobulin? can anything bad be transmitted through the blood from it?

Accepted Answer

HBIG: Most serious side effect with the injection of any medicine or biologic product would be anaphylaxis.  Rare but possible.  Since HBIG is derived from donor serum there could be potential for transmission of infectious disease, but such products are rigorously screened for all reasonable pathogens.  Risk of Hep B is far far far greater than either of these.

Question 5

is it appropriate to use antiviral therapy to pregnant woman who is hbeag (+) immune active phase.will it affect the embryo? how well does it work if the fetus is injected with hepatitis b vaccine born within 12 hours? will it have any side effects?

Accepted Answer

Complicated issue: Hepatitis B treatment during pregnancy recommendation must be dealt with individually. Those with high viral loads or at high risk for transmission or hepatic decompensation may be advised to start antiviral therapy. Often a maternal fetal medicine expert or infectious disease specialist will be consulted to help advise.

Question 6

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 7

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 8

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 9

how long does someone live wuth hepatitis b?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends on the status of hepatitis b. If you are a chronic carrier then you can live a normal life span. If it is active and progresses to cirrhosis then this may limit that. Treatment can help and liver transplant can be performed.

Question 10

what does hepatitis b surface ab ql "reactive" mean?

Accepted Answer

Exposure / Vaccine: Hard to say without knowing the rest of the hep b panel. It either means you've been exposed to HBV or have been vaccinated.

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I have elevated platelets it is about 640, hepatitis b and c was negative but i have constant pain in my left side of my rib & also my back?

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Is hepatitis b vaccine safe? and does it have side effects?

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Does taking creatine for building muscle have side effects for a hepatitis b patient (17 yrs male)?

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Are there any serious risks or possible side effects from getting hepatitis b immunoglobulin? can anything bad be transmitted through the blood from it?

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Is it appropriate to use antiviral therapy to pregnant woman who is hbeag (+) immune active phase.will it affect the embryo? how well does it work if the fetus is injected with hepatitis b vaccine born within 12 hours? will it have any side effects?

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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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How long does someone live wuth hepatitis b?

A member asked:

What does hepatitis b surface ab ql "reactive" mean?

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