{"id":2450,"date":"2022-06-30T10:14:06","date_gmt":"2022-06-30T10:14:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/?p=2450"},"modified":"2026-02-03T06:54:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T06:54:36","slug":"hepatitis-b-spotlight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/hepatitis-b-spotlight\/","title":{"rendered":"A spotlight on Hepatitis B"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>28<sup>th<\/sup> July is World Hepatitis Day. This event was created in an effort to spread awareness of the different strains of Hepatitis so that individuals can better understand these conditions and how dangerous they can be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The theme of this year\u2019s event is \u201cHep Can\u2019t Wait!\u201d \u2013 chosen because many people can\u2019t wait for life-saving treatment, can\u2019t wait to be tested, and how those living with Hepatitis can\u2019t wait for discrimination and the stigma surrounding these conditions to end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As such, we\u2019ve decided to write a series of blogs on the different strains of Hepatitis, so that you can learn more and understand these conditions better. Indeed, with someone dying of a Hepatitis-related condition every 30 seconds<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldhepatitisday.org\/\">1<\/a><\/sup>, we can\u2019t wait either, and we should all be aware of these viruses so that we can help where possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This blog will focus on Hepatitis B.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Hepatitis B?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hepatitis is a term used to describe inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis B is just one type of liver infection caused by a bloodborne virus, but differs from other strains of Hepatitis in a few significant ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hepatitis B infections can be split into two categories \u2013 acute and chronic. Acute infections last up to three months, while chronic cases can last a lifetime. Chronic infections may lead to life-threatening conditions such as cirrhosis of the liver and liver cancer.<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/\">2<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-7.jpg\" alt=\"Hepatitis B can lead to cirrhosis of the liver and liver cancer\" class=\"wp-image-2457\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-7.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-7-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chronic infections can lead to life-threatening conditions such as cirrhosis of the liver and liver cancer.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does it spread and who is at risk?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Much like many other viruses, Hepatitis B is spread through blood and bodily fluids. This means that someone can pick up the infection if they come into contact with someone\u2019s blood, engage in unprotected anal or vaginal sex, or live with someone with a chronic Hepatitis B infection and share personal care items such as nail clippers and toothbrushes with them.<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.ny.gov\/publications\/2340\/#:~:text=The%20hepatitis%20B%20virus%20can,toothbrushes%2C%20razors%2C%20or%20nail%20clippers\">3<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may also be spread through drug-related activities such as sharing needles. Plus, dental treatment, medical treatment, tattoos and piercings can all spread the virus if performed with unsterilised instruments and equipment.<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.changegrowlive.org\/advice-info\/find-advice-info\/health-and-wellbeing\/hepatitis?gclid=EAIaIQobChMItMe9kIzS9wIVB4FQBh1bAwgiEAAYASAAEgIJl_D_BwE\">4<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Risk groups include those who have unprotected sex with multiple partners, people from or visiting high-risk countries (African nations and South-East Asia) and those who inject drugs.<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/\">5<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symptoms and treatment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hepatitis B is quite interesting in that it doesn\u2019t always cause any symptoms at all in infected adults. Plus, acute infections do tend to clear up on their own without treatment. However, children who contract the virus can have an infection that persists for years, eventually resulting in permanent liver damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms of the virus include feeling flu-like and suffering from headaches, tiredness, fever and general aches and pains. Sufferers may also experience a loss of appetite, diarrhoea, stomach pain and, eventually, jaundice (yellowing of the eyes and skin).<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/\">6<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a vaccine available for Hepatitis B. However, if someone should still become infected, treatment options will depend on the severity of their case and the stage of the infection. If someone has been exposed to the virus within the last few days, there is treatment available to prevent the infection from taking hold. In cases of acute infection, treatment usually involves helping reduce symptoms while the body naturally fights off the infection by itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chronic infections, on the other hand, can become a lifelong condition, and regular monitoring and treatment is required to ensure that liver function remains healthy.<sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/\">7<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-6.jpg\" alt=\"Hepatitis B vaccine is readily available in the UK\" class=\"wp-image-2453\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-6.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.initial.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/New-Blog-Image-900x600-6-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> The Hepatitis B vaccine is routinely available for all babies born in the UK.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Helping prevent the spread<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the UK, we are lucky that the Hepatitis B vaccine is routinely available for all babies born in the country. It is also available for anyone who falls under any of the risk categories associated with the disease. However, this isn\u2019t the case for millions of people around the world, and therefore knowing about the disease and spreading awareness is vital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To find out how to get involved with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldhepatitisday.org\/\">World Hepatitis Day<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><sup>1<\/sup> World Hepatitis Day. Hep Can\u2019t Wait. Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldhepatitisday.org\/\">https:\/\/www.worldhepatitisday.org\/<\/a> [Last accessed May 22].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sup>2<\/sup> NHS. Hepatitis B. Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/\">https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/<\/a> [Last accessed May 22].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sup>3<\/sup> New York State Department of Health. Every Week Hundreds of People Get Hepatitis B. Link:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.ny.gov\/publications\/2340\/#:~:text=The%20hepatitis%20B%20virus%20can,toothbrushes%2C%20razors%2C%20or%20nail%20clippers\">https:\/\/www.health.ny.gov\/publications\/2340\/#:~:text=The%20hepatitis%20B%20virus%20can,toothbrushes%2C%20razors%2C%20or%20nail%20clippers<\/a> [Last accessed May 22].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sup>4<\/sup> Change Grow Live. Hepatitis: Testing, Treatment, How To Stay Safe. Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.changegrowlive.org\/advice-info\/find-advice-info\/health-and-wellbeing\/hepatitis?gclid=EAIaIQobChMItMe9kIzS9wIVB4FQBh1bAwgiEAAYASAAEgIJl_D_BwE\">https:\/\/www.changegrowlive.org\/advice-info\/find-advice-info\/health-and-wellbeing\/hepatitis?gclid=EAIaIQobChMItMe9kIzS9wIVB4FQBh1bAwgiEAAYASAAEgIJl_D_BwE<\/a> [Last accessed May 22].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sup>5<\/sup> NHS. Hepatitis B. Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/\">https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/<\/a> [Last accessed May 22].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sup>6<\/sup> NHS. Hepatitis B. Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/\">https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/<\/a> [Last accessed May 22].<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><sup>7<\/sup> NHS. Hepatitis B. <a href=\"Link: https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/\">Link: https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/hepatitis-b\/<\/a> [Last accessed May 22].<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>28th July is World Hepatitis Day. This event was created in an effort to spread awareness of the different strains of Hepatitis so that individuals can better understand these conditions and how dangerous they can be. 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