Hi, I m a 19 year old girl who has chronic hepatitis b. I m inactive however (I just do regular check ups so my doctor keeps an eye on me). I recently started dating someone and I have informed him of my hepatitis b. He would like to know if being an inactive carrier means that it is okay to have unprotected sex or not. We do know that using protection is best, but it s a question he had on his mind that we both don t know the answer to. Is it better if I talk to my doctor about this more specifically about my case? I would contact my doctor but I m currently halfway across the world. Also, the guy I m dating has just gotten his vaccinations. Thank you.
Hello, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I understand your concern. If I am your doctor I suggest you that it is better to do it with protection. No measures are complete safe even not vaccine taken by the partner. Though inactive carrier won't transfer infection but taking a care is better than to not. I will be happy to answer your further concerned can contact me. Chat Doctor. Infectious disease specialist. Thank you.