Can Hep C Mess Up Your Periods?I wish more women knew how hep C can mess up their periods. Not once did anyone ever link my low estrogen or my menstruation problems to liver problems. After... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When Can I Expect to Feel Normal Again?Coming off treatment for hepatitis C can give a feeling of relief; Many feel ready to be done with hep C. I know as soon as I left my clinical trial... By Kimberly Nash2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Hepatitis C Transmission Risk Factors and PreventionHepatitis C can be contracted in many ways. A proactive step is to get tested for hepatitis C, regardless of if you have any risk factors. Learn the risk factors... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What To Know About Hepatitis C ReinfectionInfection from the hepatitis C virus (HCV) leads to chronic hepatitis C in over 50 percent of cases. This happens when the virus avoids the immune system and persists in... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Differences and Disparities in Hepatitis C Rates in the United States: Race, Gender, and GeographyThe hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a major concern, especially among certain populations. The number of American adults with HCV infections exceeds 2 million. In recent years, HCV has been... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hepatitis C and Type 2 DiabetesHepatitis C not only affects the liver but can interfere and affect other parts of the body. A common extrahepatic condition associated with hepatitis C is type 2 diabetes. The... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Late Warning Signs of Hepatitis CThe late warning signs of hepatitis C are different for everyone. In talking with other patients over the years, I've noticed some trends. For example, some people are very aware... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Liver Transplants for Hepatitis C: Who Needs Them, Who Gets Them, and Who Survives?A liver transplant is a surgery to replace a liver that is no longer working with one that does. Chronic hepatitis C is the most common reason for a liver... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are the Early Warning Signs of Hepatitis C?You may be one of the few people who get early warning signs of hepatitis C. It starts within the first few weeks after exposure, and is like a flare... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Injection Drug Use and HCV: Creating a Safe Community in Online ForumsExamining the intersection of hepatitis C and drug use and how our online communities can best support them It is almost impossible to discuss transmission hepatitis C without looking at... By Emma Currie2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Music and Hep C: My Journey to Getting CuredWhen I am out and about in my day, I like to crank my radio up and get inspired by music. Depending on my mood, I love Jazz, Classic Rock... By Kimberly Nash2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Important Factors Before Hepatitis C TreatmentTo determine which hepatitis C treatment is best suited for each patient depends on a variety of factors. These factors include the patient’s genotype, liver condition, and medical history. Testing... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Dangers of Untreated Hepatitis CHepatitis C is known as the silent killer because its symptoms generally do not show up for years until liver damage is already present. The hepatitis C virus attacks your... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
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 of my friends had one for several years... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
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 many years ago, it was not uncommon for... By Daryl Luster2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Happens After Hepatitis C Treatment?Recovery after hepatitis C treatment is what I consider the third phase of treatment. Recovery is all about repairing and rebuilding your body and new life one step at a... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Most Common Symptom of Hepatitis C: FatigueThe most common symptom throughout hepatitis C is fatigue. It is the first symptom to show up and the last to leave. For many, symptoms may not manifest for years... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Treating Skin Symptoms of Hepatitis CWhen you are treating skin symptoms of hepatitis C, keep in mind that most will probably improve after getting cured. Even though HCV may be asymptomatic, skin problems may be... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Liver Biopsies: What to ExpectIn this article, HepatitisC.net advocate Daniel Winterbottom shares his experiences with liver biopsies for hepatitis C, and what you can expect. My first liver biopsy took place in 2008 as... By Daniel Winterbottom3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lactulose for My Hepatic EncephalopathyWhen I was hospitalized with liver failure, my doctor prescribed a liquid drug called Lactulose. Because of hepatic encephalopathy, I didn’t even know I was sick with Hep C. My... By Karen Hoyt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments