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  • 59 Years
  • 14/08/2025

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My father just got his hepatitis B report positive for the first time - he's 59 with HBsAg 300, anti-HBc 11.93, and anti-HBc IgM negative. The test was done before his eye surgery and he has no symptoms right now. Since we can't visit the hospital easily due to COVID, what should be our next steps? When does treatment usually start for cases like his and what are the best treatment options available? We live near Vellore in Tamil Nadu - any guidance would be really helpful

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Dr. Dr Kamran Mohammed

Dr Kamran Mohammed

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  • MBBS
  • FIDM
  • 5+ Yrs
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Your father's Hepatitis B test result (HBsAg positive, anti-HBc positive, anti-HBc IgM negative) indicates a chronic Hepatitis B infection. The first step is to consult a doctor to discuss treatment options, even if he's asymptomatic, as treatment can help manage the infection and prevent long-term complications

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