Results?

Hi, Guys:

Well, the gastro doctor just called me with the results.  Only, I can't interpret them:

Surface antigen POSITIVE
envelope antibody POSITIVE
core antibody POSITIVE
no results for DNA or
envelope antigen

Tentative CHRONIC with possible lesion on ultrasound, MRI ordered.

Any clarification or thoughts would go a long way.  Thanks.

[cajim]

Surface antigen POSITIVE=you have HBV
envelope antibody POSITIVE=?
core antibody POSITIVE=you have previous HBV or you are recovering from acute HBV

You are right having your doctor follow you.

Best.

[transuster]

Thanks, Cajim:

You are always so helpful.  More so than the doctors it seems;-)  Is there such a thing as immediate referral to infectious diseases and not delaying for 3-6 months to see if one clears the virus?  Thanks in advance.

[cajim]

>>>immediate referral ... to see if one clears the virus

In the battle against HBV, immediate referral typically is not to see if the virus has been cleared, typically it is to deal with something negative that has developed.

Clearing the virus even by your own immune system typically takes time and does not require immediate referral.

Best.

[zellyf]

Jim, envelope antibody is the e-antibody.  

When did you first test positive?  I don't know your history.

[transuster]

Hi, zellyf:

I was first tested on 07/08/08, positive surface antigen only.  Then went for more labs and retested on 07/16/08.  The results are not complete, but that's what he has so far.  Thanks.

[illsurvive]

but u have antibody positive too. that means ur body can feight with hbv. ( i m not sure)
but it seems u dont need any medicine. u r lucky and u cant affects any body else.

[cajim]

Thanks, zellyf.  If e-antibody positive, then is HBeAg negative and VL low or UND?  If so, transuster, your status is good.

[transuster]

Thanks, Guys:

I don't know yet.  Supposed to get info today, but it's early;-) But so far, they state unequivocably that I am chronic and infectious.  Although still awaiting e-antigen and DNA.  Will keep you informed.  Have a good weekend, Guys.

[transuster]

Well, Guys:

My husband's doctor just called to tell him that he tested NEGATIVE for HepA, HepB, HepC and HepD.  So he didn't give it to me and I didn't give it to him.  I can't wait until Monday to tell those other two doctors to kiss my bum!!!!

[cajim]

Get your husband vaccinated if his anti-HBs is not positive.

[zellyf]

Yeah!!  

Give 'em hell!

[transuster]

Thanks, Guys:

He's going to have his anti-HBs tested on Tuesday;-) and probably vaccinated then too.  Have a nice weekend everyone and God Bless for your support.  I have really benefitted from it!

[1982pravat]

hi. doctor recently i found that i have hbsag positive . After knowing this I mentally breakdown and thinking all time about this . Can I get cure from such a disease? Can I maintain normal life ?