HEPATITIS-B( Last Part)
What is HBsAg and anti-HBs
The presence of hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) in the blood
indicates that the patient is currently infected with the virus. HBsAg appears
an average of four weeks after initial exposure to the virus. Individuals who
recover from acute hepatitis B infections clear the blood of HBsAg within
approximately four months after the onset of symptoms. These individuals develop antibodies to HBsAg
(anti-HBs).
Anti-HBs provides complete immunity to subsequent hepatitis B
viral infection. Similarly, individuals who are successfully vaccinated against
hepatitis B produce anti-HBs in the blood.
How are the hepatitis B blood
tests interpreted?
The following table gives the usual interpretation for sets of
results from hepatitis B blood (serological) tests.
Most Likely Status*
|
Tests
|
Results
|
Susceptible, not infected, not immune
|
HBsAg
anti-HBc anti-HBs |
negative
negative negative |
Immune due to natural infection
|
HBsAg
anti-HBc anti-HBs |
negative
positive positive |
Immune do to hepatitis B vaccination
|
HBsAg
anti-HBc anti-HBS |
negative
negative positive |
Acutely infected
|
HBsAg
anti-HBc IgM anti-HBc anti-HBs |
positive
positive positive negative |
Chronically infected
|
HBsAg
anti-HBc IgM anti-HBc anti-HBs |
positive
positive negative negative |
*Interpretation of the hepatitis B virus blood tests should
always be made by an experienced clinician with knowledge of the patient's
medical history, physical examination, and results of the standard liver blood tests.
What is the role of a liver biopsy in chronic
hepatitis B?
During a liver
biopsy, a small sample of liver tissue is collected
and examined under the microscope. This test
is valuable because this sample reflects the health of the liver. It can show
the amount of liver injury (inflammation or cirrhosis). Liver biopsy is not
routinely needed to diagnose hepatitis B, but it is used for monitoring the
progression of liver damage in people with chronic hepatitis and helping to
choose or evaluate treatment options.
What is the natural course of chronic hepatitis B?
The course of chronic hepatitis B is variable and depends on
several factors. These factors are the patient's age at which the infection
began, the extent of viral multiplication, and the immune system's ability to
control the infection.
The infection can progress from an:
·
immune tolerant phase
(in which the immune system ignores the virus)
·
immune clearance phase
(in which the immune system attempts to eliminate the virus)
·
quiescent phase (in which the virus is less active)
Immune tolerant phase
For individuals infected at birth or at a young age, the immune
system initially does not react to the hepatitis B virus. This phase of the
infection is known as the immune tolerant phase. Despite high levels of virus
in the body, there may be little evidence of inflammation and no symptoms. This
phase typically lasts for years, even up to two or three decades. It is
important to know that the immune tolerant phase is generally not seen in
individuals who become infected during adulthood.
Immune clearance phase
During the third to fourth decade of chronic hepatitis B
acquired in childhood, the immune system may start to react to the virus. This
is known as the immune clearance phase. The immune system attacks the hepatitis
B virus-infected liver cells in an attempt to clear the virus. This causes
inflammation, liver injury, and the development of scar tissue. The more severe
the destruction and fibrosis and the longer the phase, the more likely it is
that cirrhosis will develop.
Quiescent phase
Following the immune clearance phase, the viral infection may
enter a less active phase known as the quiescent phase. During this phase,
there are no symptoms, the levels of hepatitis B virus become very low, and the
standard liver blood tests become normal or nearly normal.
What are the effects of alcohol on hepatitis B
virus?
Agents that damage the liver are particularly harmful in
patients who already have hepatitis B. For this reason, it is recommended that
persons with hepatitis B avoid drinking alcohol.
What are the effects of immunosuppressive medications on hepatitis
B virus?
Even in people with chronic hepatitis B, the immune system is
working to suppress the virus. Medications that suppress the immune system
allow the virus to reproduce in large numbers and may cause the hepatitis to
flare.
What is delta hepatitis?
Delta hepatitis is caused by a virus that only infects people
who already have hepatitis B. The delta hepatitis virus (also known as
hepatitis D or HDV) is an RNA
virus, meaning that its genetic material is made up
of ribonucleic acid. It is spread through exposure to contaminated blood,
especially with illicit, intravenous drug use, and by sexual contact. There is no vaccine
against delta hepatitis.
What is the role of liver
transplantation in hepatitis B infection?
Liver
transplantation has been
successful in patients who have irreversible, life-threatening complications of
hepatitis B. This includes patients with liver failure due to end-stage
cirrhosis or unusually severe (fulminant) hepatitis. Liver transplantation
does not cure hepatitis B, and hepatitis may occur in the new liver. The incidence of
recurrent hepatitis has been reduced to less than 10% through use of lamivudine
and HBIG in transplant recipients.
What can be done to prevent hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B is a preventable disease. Vaccination and post-exposure prophylaxis have significantly reduced rates of infection. Risk can
also be reduced by avoiding unprotected sex, contaminated needles, and other
sources of infection.
How effective is vaccination for hepatitis B?
The hepatitis B vaccine
contains a protein (antigen) that stimulates the body to make protective
antibodies. Examples of hepatitis B vaccines available in the United States
include hepatitis b vaccine injection (Engerix-B, Recombivax-HB). Three doses
(given at 0, 1, and 6 months) are necessary to assure protection. There are
also combination vaccines on the market that provide protection against
hepatitis B and other diseases.
Homoeopathy
Can Cure Hepatitis B
Target Groups
– Acute Hepatitis – B
-- Chronic Active Hepatitis-B
HBV Chronic Carriers
Management Protocol for Acute Hepatitis
1. Pathological Prescription
2. Drugs
3. Medicines
4. Plants
Target Groups
– Acute Hepatitis – B
-- Chronic Active Hepatitis-B
HBV Chronic Carriers
Management Protocol for Acute Hepatitis
1. Pathological Prescription
2. Drugs
3. Medicines
4. Plants
DRUG USED
FOR
ACETIC
ACID
|
Sleeplessness
during hepatitis.
|
LYCOPUS
VERG (Dol.)
|
Diarrhoea
during jaundice
|
TARAXACUM
|
Weakness
during jaundice
|
(PIC.
ACID & FERR
PICRICUM)
|
Head
ache with jaundice
|
CORNUS
CIRCINATA
|
Eruptions
with jaundice. Aphthae
|
MERC
|
White
coating of tongue with jaundice
|
CHEL
|
Stupor
and Unconsciousness during Jaundice
|
SEP
|
Itching
during jaundice
|
CHELIDONIUM
|
Chelidonium
is not a remedy for chronic hepatitis
|
CARDUUS
MARIANUS
|
Predominantly
a remedy for diseases affecting the portal systems. Pain in left lobe. Not
indicated in HBV Active cases but effective in cases with ascitis and Hepato
cellular Carcinoma (where AFP is markedly elevated)
|
LEPTANDRA
|
Jaundice
with black stools or white (clay colored) stools. Doubtful about recovery is
an additional indication for leptandra. When frequently questioned about
recovery
|
Kalmegh
|
Low
potencies – A traditional Indian remedy.
|
LAUROCERASUS
|
Extreme
weakness. When well selected remedies fails (lack of reaction)
|
PODOPHYLLUM
|
(Symptomatic
relief only) – Pt. Holds the liver region
|
DOLICHOS
|
Carrier
gets aggravated during pregnancy, presented as itching. White stools.
|
SOME BEST
ACTING MIDICINE OF HOMOEOPATHY-
Ceanothus
Nux Vom
Lyc
Bryonia
Digitalis
Ceanothus
Nux Vom
Lyc
Bryonia
Digitalis
Taking a
natural approach
1
Reishi Mushroom has shown favorable results in treating hepatitis, especially in
cases without severe impairment of liver function Reishi Mushroom balances the
immune system - a remedy of first choice for all auto-immune disorders, it also
aids liver function and circulation.
2
Milk Thistle is renowned as a liver tonic.
3
Silymarin protects the liver by strengthening the outer membranes of liver
cells, which prevents toxins from entering the cells. Silymarin also stimulates
protein synthesis in liver cells, which helps to regenerate and repair the
liver. . They may protect
liver from alcohol damage, cirrhosis, hepatitis,
and pollutants.
4
Black Seed Oil improves liver function and associated digestive problems. Black
Seed has an unprecedented strengthening effect upon the immune system, and
works in a host of other ways to promote optimum health and well being.
5
Liquorice to treat chronic Hepatitis B. Glycyrrhizin interferes with
hepatitis B surface antigen and is synergistic with interferon against
hepatitis A virus.
6
Colloidal Silver may be useful in cases of Hepatitis and effective natural agent
against bacteria.
7
Olive Leaf Extract Capsules article for more in depth information.
8
Zell Oxygen will strengthen the immune system by re-establishing healthy
cellular mitocondria and in turn health cellular respiration and
metabolism.
9
Sterols and Sterolins will further strengthen the immune system and specifically Help
T cell production.
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I was diagnosed as HEPATITIS B carrier in 2013 with fibrosis of the
ReplyDeleteliver already present. I started on antiviral medications which
reduced the viral load initially. After a couple of years the virus
became resistant. I started on HEPATITIS B Herbal treatment from
ULTIMATE LIFE CLINIC (www.ultimatelifeclinic.com) in March, 2020. Their
treatment totally reversed the virus. I did another blood test after
the 6 months long treatment and tested negative to the virus. Amazing
treatment! This treatment is a breakthrough for all HBV carriers.