Chronic Hepatitis B Natural History — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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HardInfectious DiseaseChronic Hepatitis B Natural HistoryRACP Paediatrics

12-year-old perinatally acquired HBV. Natural history in childhood?

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Correct answer: B — Immune-tolerant phase with high viral load but minimal inflammation

Prolonged immune-tolerant phase in childhood. Disease activity typically begins in adolescence/adulthood.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024