Shane’s story of living with hepatitis B in Taiwan

Shane knew he had hepatitis B when he was in middle school and started regular check-ups 10 years ago. But because every check-up showed no problems, hepatitis B was never taken seriously and never treated. Later, due to busy work, he did not return for follow-up for two years. Unfortunately, when he returned for a follow-up visit four years ago, he unexpectedly discovered an 8.5-centimeter liver cancer tumor! Shane urged people with hepatitis B to return for regular check-ups without interruption. He also encouraged people with hepatitis B to receive antiviral drug treatment as early as possible to reduce the risk of liver cancer.  

Hepatitis B is the main cause of liver cancer. Early treatment can reduce liver cancer risk.  

This interview was conducted on February 18, 2023 in Taipei City, Taiwan. 。  

Producer：Jacki Chen  

Interviewers：Jacki Chen & Rhea Racho  

Sponsor：Hepatitis B Foundation (USA)  

Organizer：Taiwan Hepatitis Information & Care Association (THICA) @thica-taiwan  

This story was derived from a face-to-face interview with an actual patient in Taiwan. All statements made by the patient represent their personal views. HBF and THICA neither endorse nor take responsibility for any comments made by the patient."