The first World Hepatitis Day 2011 – How do I manage chronic hepatitis B if I am found to have…

  Get regular liver tests
  You may not have any symptoms and feel healthy now, but you still have a higher than average chance of developing liver cancer or liver failure. Therefore, it is important that you ask your doctor to do the following regular checkups. The earlier liver cancer is detected, the better your chances of being cured. This way you can ensure your health and enjoy a normal family life. Chi Xiaoling, Liver Disease Specialist, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine
  *If you have cirrhosis or a family history of liver cancer, you should shorten your ultrasound routine to once every six months.
  Don’t rush into medication, you don’t always need it
  Not everyone with hepatitis B carriers needs medication, but if your transaminases continue to rise, you may need to start antiviral medication. Starting antiviral therapy at the right time can greatly reduce the chance of liver damage and liver cancer. If you are taking any other medications that may damage your liver, including over-the-counter prescription drugs or herbal remedies, it is recommended that you consult with your doctor before taking them.
  Also, get vaccinated against hepatitis A. Don’t drink to protect everyone you love.
  Make sure your family is tested for hepatitis B and vaccinated. Your community health department may contact you to make sure your baby is up to date on the three hepatitis B vaccinations and the post-vaccination blood tests. (Source: Sohu.com)