How to prevent the transmission of hepatitis B to a partner?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am a 24 year old male, and I want to ask few questions regarding my condition. I am a dental student. When I was in the ninth standard, I was diagnosed with hepatitis B. The doctor performed many tests, like PCR (negative), HBsAg (positive), HBeAg (negative), and ALT (normal). I have heard that there is no vertical transmission of hepatitis B in my case according to my tests results. Is that true? Will I transmit it to my partner? Kindly guide me. What precautions should I take? I am going to get married soon. These questions have made me so worried. Please help.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Yes, vertical transmission and sexual transmission of hepatitis B virus are possible. Vertical transmission usually occurs due to close contact of father's body fluids with a newborn child. So, avoiding close contacts will help.

In precautions, vaccination for the spouse and use of condoms during sexual contact. Also, get your spouse's antibody levels checked for confirmation of immunity. You need to tell your wife this before hand.

Hope this helps you and get back if you have any doubts.