Is hib the same as hepatitis b?
My doctor told me to get a 'HIB' vaccine for my newborn. I was confused, is this the same thing as the Hepatitis B vaccine? I already got Hep B done during pregnancy.
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6 months ago
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I remember getting confused between these two names initially and panicking a bit. But no, they are completely different! HiB is Haemophilus influenzae type b, a bacterial infection, and Hepatitis B is a viral liver infection. Don't worry, it's a common confusion.
8 months ago
Oh god, are you also trying to remember all those vaccine names? 😅 No, no, HiB and Hepatitis B are totally different. One causes meningitis, the other affects the liver. My brain feels scrambled with all this info, haha!
8 months ago
No, beti, these are not the same. One is for the brain, the other for the liver, from what I remember from the doctor's talks. Always listen to the doctors for these serious matters. For general health, simple food and rest are important, but for these, only doctor can help.
6 months ago
Absolutely not, they are distinct. HiB is a bacteria that can cause serious infections like meningitis, mainly in kids. Hepatitis B is a virus that attacks the liver. My doctor clearly explained this when we were going through vaccine schedules. Always best to verify such things with a medical professional.
7 months ago
No, they are not the same. My doctor friends always emphasize how important it is to distinguish between different diseases, especially for vaccinations. HiB is for Haemophilus influenzae type b, and Hepatitis B is a liver infection. Always consult your doctor for clarity.
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7 months ago
Hey! Nope, totally different conditions. HiB causes things like meningitis or pneumonia, especially in kids. Hepatitis B is a liver infection. They both have vaccines, but they protect against different things. Important to know the difference for your health.
5 months ago
Oh god, I always get these two confused too! It's so hard to keep track. So, they are not the same, right? Has anyone else here had trouble remembering the difference between all these medical abbreviations?
4 months ago
From what I understood when my child got vaccinated, HiB and Hepatitis B are different diseases. I'm not a doctor, so I can't give medical advice, but my personal experience tells me they are distinct.