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Can Vaccination completely prevent Hepatitis B?


Hi, my girlfriend was infected of Hepatitis B virus when she was very young, and a check a few years ago was still positive. I learned that I should get vaccinated before having sex and if we were to have a baby, he/she should be vaccinated right after birth as well. My question is, can vaccination completely prevent the virus for both the baby and me? Thank you.

Yes. Since you have a partner with Hepatitis B, after you complete the vaccine series (there are 3) you should have a titer drawn. A titer will show if you have developed surface antibodies, which means you are immune. Until you complete the series AND have a titer drawn, you must practice safer sex with a condom.
A newborn should receive their first Hepatitis B vaccine and Hepatitis B Immune Globulin (HBIG) within 12 hours of birth. Once the baby completes the series of vaccines, they should be tested as well.
Good Luck to you.

Yes.

Yes, but check with your doctor if there are any follow ups to be done.

Yes.

Yes it can. But be aware that it cannot as well. No vaccination has 100% immunity rate.

No vaccination can ever be 100% guaranteed. Sometimes there are factors within an individual where the vaccine doesn't 'take. However, it certainly is the best option available, and has a very, very high likelihood of preventing the virus. At the end of the vaccination series, you are also tested to check the status of the vaccination.
You can visit a Hepatologist in your area who can answer your questions with responses specific to you and your girlfriend.

Yes, and chances are depending on what state you live in if you have a baby it will be vaccinated with in the first few days after being born. Plus if you do have this vacine you should have a titer drawn every 7 years to be sure your body still has the antibodies.

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