Should I Be Screened for Cirrhosis?Cirrhosis is a serious liver disease that impairs the liver’s ability to function and can be life-threatening. Because the two most common...reactionscomments
Viral Load TestingAn important way to diagnose the hepatitis C virus (HCV) is viral load testing. Viral load testing can also be helpful in...reactionscomments
Alcohol and Hepatitis CAlcohol has many effects on the body. Too much alcohol over time can lead to issues with specific organs. These organs include...reactionscomments
Liver TransplantThe most common reason for getting a liver transplant in the United States is chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV). The process of...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
How Serious is Hepatitis C?Hepatitis C is a liver infection with outcomes that are somewhat unpredictable. For some, the infection will remain benign and a person...reactionscomments
Liver Detox Supplements: Separating the Fact from the FictionWhen you have a liver disease, the prospect of taking a liver detox supplement can be enticing. One or two pills a...reactions2comments
Can I Drink Alcohol If I Have Hepatitis C?If you have the hepatitis C virus (HCV), you may have questions about safely consuming alcohol. There are many things to consider...reactions2comments
Time is on Our Side: Is Hepatitis C Dangerous?"Time is on our side": One version of an old saying that can apply to hep C, but not always. Not so...reactionscomments
The Dangers of Requiring Sobriety for Hepatitis C TreatmentHepatitis C (HCV) is a virus that is passed on through blood and can cause chronic liver disease. More than 95 percent...reactionscomments
A TIPS Procedure for Hepatitis C A transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt, also known as a TIPS shunt, can help hepatitis C patients who have severe liver disease. One...reactions1comment
"Should I Be Tested for Hepatitis C?" Downloadable GuideIn the US, over 3.5 million people are living with hepatitis C. In fact, hepatitis C rates have tripled since 2010. And...reactionscomments
New Ways of Testing for Hepatitis CA conference I attended recently on novel technologies for testing of hep C, HIV, and other blood-borne and sexually transmitted infections, was...reactionscomments
You Asked, We Answered: Frequently Asked Questions About Hepatitis CWhile the hepatitis C virus (HCV) can affect everyone differently, there is common ground among community members. To find out more about...reactionscomments
Starting Treatment for Hepatitis CI was diagnosed with hep C in September 2007 and the severity was assessed with a liver biopsy in January 2018. I...reactionscomments
Hepatitis B Reactivation with Hepatitis C TreatmentTesting for co-infections like hepatitis B is important when considering treatment for hepatitis C. The hepatitis B virus can either be chronic...reactions2comments
Ask a Pharmacist: Common Question about Hepatitis C - Part 2This is part 2 of the Ask a Pharmacist Series, where a pharmacist answers questions from members of our community. View part 1...reactionscomments
Ask a Pharmacist: Common Questions about Hepatitis C - Part 1Some pharmacists specialize in hepatitis C treatment and have ample experience in medication side effects and management. Having a pharmacist like this...reactionscomments
Are Pangenotypic Treatments for Hepatitis C All the Same?Over the years, treatment options for hepatitis C have improved significantly, including pangenotypic medications used to treat all genotypes (virus strains), including...reactionscomments
