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hepatitis B vaccination in Pt with hepatitis C infection

Hi,
Pt with chronic hepatitis C infection with hepatitis BsAg negative, hep BsAb negative and Hep BcAb positive; does the Pt need hepatitis B vaccinations or is considered immune?
Thanks
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Seems a little confusing from this read.

http://www.hepb.org/patients/hepatitis_b_blood_tests.htm#ques3

So it would be best to check with a doctor
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Unless the person has already had the vaccinations for both Hep A and B then yes they should have them. And even it they did already have them they still might need a booster shot.
Best they talk to their doctor.

Being they have chronic Hep C makes this even more important.

Best.
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