Abstract

Hepatitis B is an infectious liver disease caused by the hepatitis B virus, which can be mild and last for several weeks, but also a serious lifelong infection (chronic hepatitis B). Acute hepatitis B lasts up to 6 months and is usually of a milder form, but it can also be more severe and require hospitalization. If the organism fails to overcome the viruses, the disease turns into a chronic form that can cause major consequences. Hepatitis B is one of the most common infectious diseases, and it is estimated that there are around 300 million chronic HBV carriers worldwide. The most common route of transmission is after a puncture or cut on an infected needle or other sharp object and the sexual route

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