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Hepatitis B (sometimes referred to as hep B) is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It typically causes symptoms like stomach pain, dark urine, fatigue, fever, jaundice (yellowing ...

The hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is a major global health ... A) Left: Close-up view of the three addressable effector sites within HBc-dimers (shown as cartoon model with transparent surface in ...

For patients at high risk of hepatitis B reactivation, AGA recommends preventive antiviral medication. Reactivated HBV can lead to liver damage, hospitalization, and even death.