Hepatitis B

Why Choose San Francisco Gastroenterology for Hepatitis B Treatment?

Dr. Farrell and Dr. Cabansag are board-certified physicians who are specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of hepatitis B and other gastrointestinal disorders. They have over 20 years of experience in this field, allowing them to offer the latest evidence-based medical management and treatment possible.

Patients from all across the Bay Area and Marin County choose San Francisco Gastroenterology because our personalized approach to treatment is customized to each patient’s lifestyle and needs. Our conveniently located facility is designed for the maximum comfort and care of all our patients and their families. SFGI’s goal is to always provide the highest quality medical care and patient service.

What is Hepatitis B?

Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). For some people, hepatitis B infection becomes chronic and it can lead to advanced liver disease including cirrhosis or liver cancer. Most people infected with hepatitis B as adults recover fully, even if their signs and symptoms are severe. Infants and children are much more likely to develop a chronic hepatitis B infection.

Hepatitis B Treatment

Treatment for chronic hepatitis B involves taking a medication which suppresses the virus. It is felt that by suppressing the virus, complications such as scaring of the liver (fibrosis or cirrhosis) and liver cancer can be prevented.

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