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Hepatitis B

Pronounced: hep-uh-tye-tuss bee
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Long-term effects

You may develop chronic liver problems including cancer of the liver and liver failure.

If you think you may have hepatitis B, contact your local sexual health (GUM) clinic and make an appointment. It's easy and completely confidential.

For more information on sexual health (including HIV), call the Sexual Health Line free (from the UK) on 0800 567 123, textphone (for people with hearing impairments) 0800 521 361 or phone your local NHS sexual health clinic.

You can also find out more about viral hepatitis from the British Liver Trust at info@britishlivertrust.org.uk or 0870 770 8028.

Where to get help

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