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What does it mean to be chronically infected with hepatitis b virus?
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Hepatitis B: Chronic hepatitis is commonly associated with hepatitis b virus. This means the virus is continually living or replicating the the liver. This usually occurs after blood transfusions or IV drug use.
Answered 5/7/2015
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Either: To have active progressive disease ( which can lead to cirrhosis or cancer), or carrier status, with little liver damage but still at risk for cancer.
Answered 1/14/2013
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