Posted: Wed Feb 08, 2012 - 07:48 PM

Hi there, I am newly diagnosed hep b. when went for viral screening for ivf. Although the ivf clinic did not reject ivf treatment, they need me to see a hepatologist first. Just found out today that I need to have pcr viral load done b4 I will b seen by the hepatologist. So I have to get the test done via my gp today. Anyway, I just feel rejected because I have tonnes of questions to ask and yet there is no urgency or duty of care for any of these medical professional to consult us regarding various issues that we are facing I.e. risk of transmission, career implication and emotional turmoil we are going through. I am very upset at the moment because I might not be able to have ivf. I just want to know whether my partner is protected forever as we are currently trying for a baby. He is immunised and have proven immunity. I read contradict articles regarding this. Most information state make sure the partner is immunised and use protection. Well not possible when you are trying for a baby? The other question is that what is the viral load to qualify for ivf? And if high viral load means no ivf then what is the reason? What is the difference between ivf and conceiving naturally with high viral load? One can receive anti-viral during the third trimester and baby get immunised at birth which can almost reduce the transmission to less than 5%? I am just feeling very dejected at the moment.

The other thing is that we are applying for a visa to work in Australia later this year. And I am sure this result will have implication with the application. Does anyone have any advice on this?

I am sorry for the long post, I am feeling very sad at the moment and I am so glad to find this website.