Question
Can a Hepatitis B carrier ( surface antigen+ ) pass it on to their child?
Answer
Hepatitis B virus is a disease caused by infection with the hepatitis B virus. The hepatitis B virus is a hepatotropic virus that primarily resides within liver cells, damaging them and leading to inflammation, necrosis, and fibrosis. Hepatitis B is challenging to treat, and there are currently no specific drugs available. Interferon therapy can be tried.