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A Honor Society of Nursing (STTI) answered. Chronic hepatitis B affects the health of the liver, causing long-term inflammation (more than six months) of the liver. Symptoms can subside; however, chronic inflammation can lead to liver failure or liver cancer. In some cases of chronic hepatitis B, patients may need antiviral medications to lessen the effect of the infection of the liver. In severe cases, end-stage liver disease occurs, and a liver transplant may be needed.
Hepatitis B is a viral infection that causes liver inflammation and damage. Inflammation is swelling that occurs when tissues of the body become injured or infected. Inflammation can damage organs. Viruses invade normal cells in your body. Many viruses cause infections that can be spread from person to person. The hepatitis B virus spreads through contact with an infected personâs blood, semen, or other body fluids. The hepatitis B virus can cause an acute or chronic infection. You can take steps to protect yourself from hepatitis B, including getting the hepatitis B vaccine.