What is an effective treatment option for Hepatitis B and C?

Antiviral agents are the appropriate treatment option for Hepatitis B and C because these medications specifically target the viruses responsible for these infections. Hepatitis B and C are caused by viral infections, and antiviral agents work by inhibiting the replication of these viruses, thereby reducing viral load and helping to manage the disease.

These agents are designed to suppress the virus and, in many cases, can lead to a sustained virologic response, which means that the virus is undetectable in the blood for an extended period. This can result in improved liver function and a lower risk of developing serious complications such as cirrhosis and liver cancer.

Other options such as antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections, surgery may be necessary in advanced stages or complications but is not a primary treatment for the infections themselves, and a high-protein diet does not address the underlying viral infection but may be important for nutritional support in some patients. Thus, antiviral agents are the most effective and targeted treatment for managing Hepatitis B and C.