A woman attending a sexual health clinic has a positive hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg). She is asymptomatic. What is the next step?...

Question

A woman attending a sexual health clinic has a positive hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg). She is asymptomatic. What is the next step?

Accepted Answer

Arrange further tests including hepatitis B e-antigen, hepatitis B DNA, and liver function, and refer to hepatology

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Prescribe antivirals immediately

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No action needed if asymptomatic

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Repeat the test in 12 months

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Advise barrier contraception only

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): Hepatitis B Positive HBsAg Management