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Questions to ask about chronic hepatitis B
Questions to ask about chronic hepatitis B
Finding out what's wrong (diagnosis)
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Can you tell me more about the tests you've offered me?
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What do these tests involve?
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Where will these tests be carried out? Will I need to have them in hospital?
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How long will I have to wait until I have these tests?
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How long will it take to get the results of these tests?
About your condition
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Can you tell me more about chronic hepatitis B?
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What steps can I take to protect my partner and family members from becoming infected?
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Would it help my condition if I made some changes to my lifestyle, such as drinking less alcohol or changing my diet?
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Are there any support organisations in my local area?
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Can you provide any information for my family or carers?
About tests for liver disease
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Can you tell me more about the test you've offered me?
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What does this test involve?
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Does this test pose any risks for me?
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How reliable is this test?
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How long will it take to get the results of this test?
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How will the results of this test affect what happens next?
Treatments
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Which treatments are available?
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Why you have decided to offer me this particular treatment?
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What are the pros and cons of this treatment?
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What will it involve?
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How will it help me? What effect will it have on my symptoms and everyday life? What sort of improvements might I expect?
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How long will it take to have an effect?
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Can you tell me about the risks associated with this treatment?
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Is there some other information (like a leaflet, DVD or a website) about the treatment that I can have?
Side effects
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What should I do if I get any side effects? (For example, should I call my GP, or go to the emergency department at a hospital?)
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Are there any long-term effects of taking this treatment?