Sir, what is this viral load? I am worried about my health. Is hepatitis B curable? My report shows HBsAg provisionally reactive, and the lab has suggested a confirmatory HBsAg test. I have no symptoms mentioned in articles on the internet, but I am feeling very tired, and my weight has drastically reduced from 68 kg to 58 kg. Is this due to hepatitis B? How can I know whether it is acute or chronic? Is it fatal or life-threatening? I am very worried.

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Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

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Hepatitis B may be acute or chronic. Confirm with HBsAg (confirmatory), HBeAg, and viral load (HBV DNA). It can be managed with medications, especially if chronic. Tiredness and weight loss could be related. Please consult a hepatologist and get the required tests done.

Dr. Rohinipriyanka Suggests...

Take a HBsAg - Quantitative (CMIA) Test or Take a Hbe Antigen ( HBE Ag) Test

Book HBsAg - Quantitative (CMIA) Test Book Hbe Antigen ( HBE Ag) Test

Answered 08/09/2025

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