Understanding the Risk of Hepatitis C Transmission Through Nail Injuries
The transmission rate of Hepatitis C? 1. If you are scratched or pricked by the nail of a person with hepatitis C, there is a potential risk of infection, especially if there is fresh blood on the nail. However, the risk is generally considered low compared to other modes of tran...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Hepatitis C is not easily transmitted, and there is no vaccine or prophylactic medication available for it. Additionally, if you have been vaccinated against hepatitis B and have developed antibodies, you will not be at risk of contracting hepatitis B.[Read More] Understanding the Risk of Hepatitis C Transmission Through Nail Injuries
Understanding Hepatitis Transmission Risks: Direct vs. Indirect Contact
Response: Probability of Infectious Hepatitis 164650 I have received the hepatitis B vaccine and have antibodies. I would like to ask the doctor: 1. If a patient accidentally gets ointment used on a wound at the edge of their fingers, would this be considered indirect contact or ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Having antibodies for hepatitis B should prevent transmission. Hepatitis C and HIV are even less likely to be transmitted in this manner. Please continue to exercise caution![Read More] Understanding Hepatitis Transmission Risks: Direct vs. Indirect Contact
Can You Catch Hepatitis B or C from Contaminated Surfaces?
Questions about hepatitis? Hello Doctor: While I was resting at the health center in school, I encountered dried blood stains on the bed sheets. Am I at risk of being infected with hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or other bloodborne diseases? My clothing also came into contact with it;...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
Based on your description, Miss Ellen should not be contagious, and regular washing of clothes should suffice. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Can You Catch Hepatitis B or C from Contaminated Surfaces?
Understanding Hepatitis C Window Period and Follow-Up Testing Recommendations
HCV window period Hello Doctor, I previously had a suspected needlestick incident at the hospital (I had unexplained cuts on my finger, and at the time I didn't feel much, but later when I saw a doctor, they said to follow the needlestick protocol). I have since been tested ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
The window period for Hepatitis C is approximately 3 months, during which a negative test result is sufficient.[Read More] Understanding Hepatitis C Window Period and Follow-Up Testing Recommendations
Understanding Hepatitis C: Are You Still Considered Infected?
Hepatitis C testing issues? 1. On 10/15/2011, Anti-HCV was 4.12 (+) R. May I ask the deputy director: The doctor said I have been infected with Hepatitis C, and the antibody is positive. Am I still considered a Hepatitis C patient by the doctor? 2. On 05/03/2010, the examinatio...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Previously infected, currently virus-free (not contagious to others/no further treatment required), just need to follow up with blood tests/ultrasound every six months.[Read More] Understanding Hepatitis C: Are You Still Considered Infected?
Understanding Bile Duct Dilation: What You Need to Know About Diagnosis and Monitoring
Bile duct dilation Hello Doctor, my mother was previously cured of Hepatitis C (age 65) and has been undergoing follow-up every six months. In February of this year, an ultrasound examination revealed mild dilation of the bile duct (0.9 cm), but blood tests were normal. A CT scan...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It may be an error, but it would be advisable to conduct a follow-up to compare ultrasound and biliary indices earlier (in 3 months).[Read More] Understanding Bile Duct Dilation: What You Need to Know About Diagnosis and Monitoring
Understanding Elevated SGPT: Fatty Liver and Hepatitis Concerns
Elevated SGPT (Serum Glutamate Pyruvate Transamin Hello, I recently had a blood test at the clinic and found that my GOT level is normal at 39 U/L, while my GPT level is abnormal at 111 U/L. On the same day, I also had an ultrasound that revealed fatty liver. My body fat percenta...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is likely that the abnormal liver function is caused by fatty liver, but it is still recommended to rule out the possibility of hepatitis B or C. Additionally, blood lipids are not necessarily proportional to the severity of fatty liver. It is important to reduce starch intake...[Read More] Understanding Elevated SGPT: Fatty Liver and Hepatitis Concerns
Understanding Clinical Significance of Liver and Pancreatic Test Results
Liver problems Hello, I would like to ask about a patient with hepatitis C who has previously received interferon treatment. The most recent lab report shows: amylase at 1.38 times the upper limit of normal, CA 19-9 at 2 times the upper limit of normal, and IgG4 exceeding the upp...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
The numbers are for reference only and require comprehensive clinical judgment (including imaging). Please discuss with your attending physician.[Read More] Understanding Clinical Significance of Liver and Pancreatic Test Results
Understanding Elevated CA199 and Amylase Levels: Clinical Implications
CA19-9 and Amylase Hello: I underwent interferon treatment for hepatitis C 10 years ago. However, in the past 2 to 3 years, I have found that my regularly monitored CA 19-9 levels are twice the upper limit of the standard value, and my amylase levels are 1.38 times the upper limi...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: The CA19-9 level is twice the upper limit of the standard value, and the amylase level is 1.38 times the upper limit of the standard value. Both values remain elevated. Although the levels are not extremely high, it is important to consider potential issues related to the ...[Read More] Understanding Elevated CA199 and Amylase Levels: Clinical Implications
Understanding the Clinical Significance of Elevated CA199 and Amylase Levels
CA199 and amylase Hello: I underwent interferon treatment for hepatitis C ten years ago, but in the past two to three years, I have found that my regularly monitored CA 19-9 levels are twice the upper limit of the normal range, and my amylase levels are 1.38 times the upper limit...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: The CA 19-9 level is twice the upper limit of the standard value, and the amylase level is 1.38 times the upper limit of the standard value. Both values remain elevated. Although the levels are not extremely high, it is important to consider issues related to the pancreas,...[Read More] Understanding the Clinical Significance of Elevated CA199 and Amylase Levels
Understanding Persistent Pancreatitis Indicators in Chronic Hepatitis C Patients
Pancreatitis index and hepatitis C? Hello, for a person who has been a carrier of hepatitis C and received interferon treatment 12 years ago, if the pancreatic inflammation markers have remained elevated over the past year, what conditions could cause persistently high pancreatic...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
An elevation of the pancreatic inflammation index (amylase) by more than two times is clinically significant; therefore, there is no need for concern, and it is unrelated to the previous use of interferon.[Read More] Understanding Persistent Pancreatitis Indicators in Chronic Hepatitis C Patients
Understanding Fever Symptoms in Acute and Drug-Induced Hepatitis
Drug-induced hepatitis Hello, doctor! I would like to inquire whether acute hepatitis and drug-induced hepatitis commonly present with fever as a symptom. My father recently had regular blood tests at a major hospital's hematology department. Four days before his follow-up a...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
First, a thorough examination of imaging studies and blood cultures should be conducted at the hospital to understand the relationship between the hepatitis and fever.[Read More] Understanding Fever Symptoms in Acute and Drug-Induced Hepatitis
Is Ascites Always a Sign of Cirrhosis in Chronic Hepatitis C Patients?
If my mother has hepatitis C, does the presence of ascites necessarily indicate cirrhosis? Hello, doctor. My mother had slightly elevated hepatitis C levels three months ago. However, she underwent blood tests, ultrasound, and fetal protein tests at the hospital, all of which wer...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Cooperate with the gastroenterology outpatient clinic for diagnosis, follow-up, and treatment. Simple initial-stage cirrhosis with ascites is not difficult to manage; please follow the physician's medication regimen and limit salt intake.[Read More] Is Ascites Always a Sign of Cirrhosis in Chronic Hepatitis C Patients?
Understanding the Risk of Hepatitis C Infection in Gym Settings
Hepatitis C infection Hello, I recently went to the gym and noticed what seemed to be blood on the floor near the exercise equipment. I checked myself and confirmed that I did not come into contact with the blood, and I have no cuts or traces of blood on my hands. However, I do h...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
According to the description, the risk of contracting hepatitis C is extremely low, so there is no need for concern.[Read More] Understanding the Risk of Hepatitis C Infection in Gym Settings
Does Fasting Affect Blood Test Results for Hepatitis C Treatment?
Hepatitis C testing issues? Doctor, I would like to ask you about my mother who has hepatitis C. Today, she went to the hospital for a follow-up appointment to check her report, so she did not fast specifically for this visit. Her attending physician arranged for blood tests requ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Testing the viral load in the blood does not require fasting.[Read More] Does Fasting Affect Blood Test Results for Hepatitis C Treatment?
Is Hepatitis B Cured? Understanding Follow-Up Care and Monitoring
Is hepatitis B cured, and is there ongoing monitoring? I have had hepatitis B for 50 years. Recently, my second test results showed GOT 28, GPT 38, hepatitis B surface antigen at 0.33 (-), hepatitis C virus antibody at 0.03 (-), and alpha-fetoprotein at 2.05. Does this mean my he...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If HBsAb (Hepatitis B surface antibody) is positive and there is no cirrhosis or fibrosis, it can be considered as self-healing.[Read More] Is Hepatitis B Cured? Understanding Follow-Up Care and Monitoring
Can You Contract Hepatitis from a Needle Stick Injury?
Will this lead to hepatitis? Yesterday, while working at the hospital, I accidentally got pricked by a needle in my hand. There was bleeding at the time, and I rinsed the wound with water and disinfected it with alcohol. I know that hepatitis can be transmitted through blood and ...
Dr. Cai Jinji Reply:
Hello: The chance of contracting hepatitis B is low after having antibodies against it. However, it is important to consider whether the individual has any bloodborne infectious diseases. It is advisable to visit a hospital for a physician's examination and follow-up to chec...[Read More] Can You Contract Hepatitis from a Needle Stick Injury?
Can You Get Hepatitis B or C from Drinking Contaminated Beverages?
Hepatitis transmission issues? Hello, doctor: If I have a small ulcer in my mouth and I accidentally drink a small sip of a beverage that has been consumed by someone with hepatitis B or C, is there a risk of being infected with hepatitis B or C?
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
The chances are slim, but please remain cautious. Many young people in our country have already received the hepatitis B vaccine. Hepatitis C is relatively less contagious and is unlikely to be transmitted through beverages.[Read More] Can You Get Hepatitis B or C from Drinking Contaminated Beverages?
Understanding Hepatitis C Window Period and Test Results: Risks and Norms
Hepatitis C window period and test results? I previously worked in a private testing facility and sustained an injury to my finger, which came into contact with specimens. I would like to inquire about the general window period for Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. I have been u...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, the window period for Hepatitis C is approximately 1 to 5 months. If Anti-HCV remains negative after 18 months of follow-up, it indicates that there has been no infection with Hepatitis C. Currently, there is no vaccine for Hepatitis C, so caution is necessary if there is ...[Read More] Understanding Hepatitis C Window Period and Test Results: Risks and Norms
Understanding Hepatitis C Testing: Window Period and Follow-Up Concerns
Hepatitis C testing issues? I would like to consult a physician. Previously, while working in obstetrics and gynecology, I often handled specimens involving blood and HPV bodily fluids. An incident occurred where my injured hand came into contact with a specimen. I immediately ri...
Dr. Chen Qifeng Reply:
If anti-HCV is not positive, it indicates that there has been no infection.[Read More] Understanding Hepatitis C Testing: Window Period and Follow-Up Concerns