Question
How to treat a 10-year-old boy with hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) positive? Do I need to go to the hospital for treatment? How long will it take for him to recover? Please help me!
Answer
If the liver function is good, no treatment is necessary. The child’s infection with HBsAg could be due to certain medications. Before determining the cause, it is essential to first go to the hospital for a detailed examination, take medication according to symptoms, and actively cooperate with the doctor’s treatment. Avoid self-medication. Children can consider using traditional Chinese medicine with the functions of soothing the liver, regulating qi, nourishing the stomach, and invigorating the spleen. It is suggested to let the child exercise more often.