An 11-day-old baby was born to a mother who was diagnosed with hepatitis B during the 6th month of pregnancy. What precautions or treatment are needed to protect the baby?
A baby born to a mother with hepatitis B should receive the hepatitis B vaccine as soon as possible after birth. In many cases, an additional protective injection is also given to reduce the risk of infection. Regular follow-up and scheduled vaccine doses are important during the first months of birth. A paediatrician can guide the proper vaccination schedule and monitoring for the baby.
