Many in Charlotte are aware of Dr. Mercola’s recent report letting readers know as many as 4.4 million people may be living with chronic hepatitis in the United States alone.
Dr. Mercola points out that those frequenting nail salons that do not have good sanitary procedures in place could be putting themselves at risk of being exposed to hepatitis B without realizing it.
Hepatitis B may occur when a tool used on an infected person is then used on another client without being properly cleaned. Many in Charlotte may have switched salons several times over the years because they thought tools were not cleaned in the manner they thought they should be.
This does not mean those who enjoy having a manicure or pedicure should not do so. However, being aware of the practices in the salon you choose could make a serious difference. When not sure, ask how shared items are cleaned.
Regular customers at some salons might have tools that are only used on them set aside and marked with their name. This is a common practice in some nail salons. However, this does not mean that other items in the salon are properly cleaned.
Dr. Mercola also warns about the possibility of one getting hepatitis B while getting a body piercing or tattoo. These businesses also have a standard for cleaning all tools that should be followed. However, how does a client know if something is clean? For some, only accepting disposable needles for any procedure is the best choice.
According to WebMD.com, hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. While there are several types of hepatitis, the symptoms one would look for if they suspected they had hepatitis B would include a fever, joint plain, abdominal pain and jaundice. To learn more about hepatitis B and other risk factors, view this information provided by WebMD.
Unfortunately, when a person has hepatitis B they may not realize it until the liver has been severely damaged. Hepatitis B is one of several diseases that considered silent killers because a person can live with it for years without knowing they have hepatitis.
If a person is diagnosed with hepatitis B early, medications can be used to treat the virus. These medications may control the virus and add years to a person’s life.
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