The History of Hep CHepatitis C (hep C) is a viral disease that impacts about 71 million people worldwide. Hep C often progresses without symptoms and can cause severe liver damage and failure. It... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hep C and the UndiagnosedHepatitis C (hep C) is a viral infection that can cause liver damage. Luckily, hep C is easy to treat. But about half of people with hep C do not... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hep C Treatment Decreases Mortality and Liver DiseasePeople with long-term hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections have better treatment options today than in past decades. Currently, more than 95 percent of people with HCV can be cured. The... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Itchy Skin and Liver Disease ProgressionChronic, uncontrollable, itchy skin can change your quality of life. It can prevent you from getting a good night’s sleep and ruin your concentration. It can even lead to anxiety... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is Cirrhosis?Cirrhosis is the permanent scarring of the liver. It can be life-threatening. There are several causes of cirrhosis. However, one major cause is the hepatitis C virus (HCV). The liver... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hepatitis C and HIV Co-InfectionHepatitis C virus (HCV) can occur alongside many other conditions. One of these is the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). About 20 percent or more of people with HIV also have... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Cancer of the LiverCancer of the liver is on the rise. It is the sixth most commonly diagnosed cancer and the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths. A significant risk factor for liver... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Should I Be Tested for Cirrhosis?The liver is different from many other organs because it can repair itself. When the liver is damaged, its cells can regrow. But the liver cannot do this forever. As... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hepatitis C Rates in Imprisoned PersonsHepatitis C virus (HCV) causes liver damage. It spreads through infected blood and is sometimes called a “silent” infection. That is because you can have HCV for years without symptoms... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Understanding Hepatitis C GenotypesThere are several different genotypes of the hepatitis C virus (HCV). These can play a role in treatment planning. They also help us understand how the virus might behave. The... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Liver TransplantThe most common reason for getting a liver transplant in the United States is chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV). The process of getting a liver transplant can be long and... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Swollen Belly: AscitesAs hepatitis C virus (HCV) progresses, the risk for ascites increases. Ascites (pronounced “uh-sight-ease”) is the buildup of fluid in the belly. It can be a sign of severe liver... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Complications of Hepatitis COver time, the hepatitis C virus (HCV) can cause many different health issues. More than half of all people with HCV will develop a chronic (long-term) infection. Because HCV reproduces... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Liver ImagingImaging, or taking pictures of the inside of the body, is a part of treating and monitoring the hepatitis C virus (HCV). Imaging can be done to diagnose a condition... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Viral Load TestingAn important way to diagnose the hepatitis C virus (HCV) is viral load testing. Viral load testing can also be helpful in monitoring treatment response. And it is used to... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Liver BiopsyChronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) can damage the liver. This damage leads to other health issues. There are invasive and non-invasive tests to look at the liver. Non-invasive tests include... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Diagnosis of Hepatitis CDiagnosing the hepatitis C virus (HCV) can be challenging. Some people may have symptoms when they are first exposed. However, most will not have any signs of HCV until liver... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hepatitis C PhasesHepatitis C virus (HCV) can take on different forms or cause different symptoms over time. Some people refer to this as HCV getting worse or progressing. Some of the common... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Basic Facts About the LiverThe hepatitis C virus (HCV) infects the liver and causes damage. Over time, this damage can lead to scarring of the liver called cirrhosis. Eventually, the liver can stop working... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hepatitis C and Hispanic AmericansRace and ethnicity have many definitions. People can also self-identify in multiple ways at once. This can make it challenging to see how different groups are impacted by a health... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments