Hepatitis C expectant mother before pregnancy
1, after the child’s birth to a child collected blood samples to observe whether the presence of the virus or antibodies, so that as background information. If the child infected with hepatitis C virus, it is possible in 6 months to 2 years of age can be inspected at alanine aminotransferase (commonly known as aminotransferase), hepatitis C virus and antibodies. If the virus is still positive, especially the virus-positive children and increased transaminase see a doctor, since according to the specific circumstances of the child, each one inspected once a year or every six months on it. Of course, if the child has jaundice, lazy move, anorexia and other performance, we should always consult a doctor.
2, child eating and play areas, do not limit too much. Of protein and vitamins in the diet should be sufficient. For the nursing infant, although infected with hepatitis C virus (HCV) in presence of the virus in the mother’s milk, but generally do not think that milk is a risk factor for HCV transmission, therefore, via breast-feeding. Too greasy or high calorie foods to the baby to eat less.
3, pay attention to the child’s food intake and activity levels, there do not want to play, or too lazy to move after a little activity, decreased appetite, should promptly consult a doctor. Be careful not to picky eaters as eating a little. Of course, children are fussy eaters are not conducive to balanced nutrition. At the same time, it is necessary to minimize or even prevent a child from injury.
4, because the prognosis of hepatitis C in childhood is often a better future, a very low incidence of cirrhosis of the liver, so the parents especially the mother, should not be too worried about maintaining a good mood.
5, large child with fever, flu, diarrhea and other diseases, we should try to avoid the use of drugs that are harmful to the liver.