Hepatitis B
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Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by a virus that can be transmitted through blood and other body fluids. It can appear acutely and resolve, or become chronic and require follow-up over time.
Common symptoms: In many cases it causes no discomfort; when symptoms appear, they may include fatigue, yellowing of the skin and eyes, dark urine, nausea, and abdominal pain.
When to see a doctor? It is prudent to seek an evaluation when these symptoms appear, after a possible exposure, or if a test detects liver abnormalities.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist and the infectious disease specialist are the professionals who usually evaluate and follow up on hepatitis B, with support from internal medicine. When there is any suspicion, consulting a specialist promptly allows for adequate management of the condition.
Data on 4,517 doctors who treat hepatitis b
Which specialist treats hepatitis b?
Hepatitis B should be evaluated by an internist or infectious disease specialist. A gastroenterologist can monitor liver health, and an OB/GYN can provide guidance during pregnancy if needed. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in hepatitis b
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Karla Gonzalez Segovia
Dr. Julieta Márquez Villegas
Dr. Rosa Isela Fraga Rodríguez
Dr. Julieta Cruz Ruiz
Dr. Velia Edila Uresti Alvarado
Dr. Roberto Arturo Castillo Reyther
Dr. Carlos Antonio Díaz Torres
Dr. Jose Alfonso Lugo Iniguez
Dr. José de Jesús Zermeño Nava
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Armando Villalobos Ruíz
Dr. Raul Humberto Perales Recio
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Gerardo González Cantú
Dr. Laura Evangelina Ortiz Martinez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Frequently asked questions
What is hepatitis b?
Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by a virus that can be transmitted through blood and other body fluids. It can appear acutely and resolve, or become chronic and require follow-up over time.
Which doctor treats hepatitis b?
Hepatitis B should be evaluated by an internist or infectious disease specialist. A gastroenterologist can monitor liver health, and an OB/GYN can provide guidance during pregnancy if needed. Find these specialists.