The estimated carrier life expectancy is 71.8 years, as compared to 76.2 years among noncarriers (Figure ​ 5). These results are consistent with other estimates, which indicate that 15% to 40% of HBV carriers die of liver complications.

Can you live a long life with hepatitis B?

The most important thing to remember is that hepatitis B is a chronic medical condition (such as diabetes and high blood pressure) that can be successfully managed if you take good care of your health and your liver. You should expect to live a long, full life.

Can hepatitis B be cured totally?

Hepatitis B cant be cured, but it almost always goes away on its own. There are medications that can help treat long-lasting hepatitis B infections.

Is Hep B forever?

Some people with hepatitis B are sick for only a few weeks (known as “acute” infection), but for others, the disease progresses to a serious, lifelong illness known as chronic hepatitis B.

What happens if you ignore hepatitis B?

A chronic hepatitis B infection can go undetected for years – even decades in many cases. The longer a hepatitis B infection is left untreated, the more susceptible you are to developing severe scarring of the liver (cirrhosis) and liver cancer.

Should I worry if I have hepatitis B?

People with Hepatitis B Can Lead Healthy Lives If you have hepatitis B, you should see your doctor regularly to get blood tests to monitor your viral load and liver status. If there are signs of inflammation, your doctor can begin taking antiviral medications to prevent further inflammation.