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...reactions3comments
Going to The Doctor During COVID-19Many people have stopped going to the doctor during the COVID-19 pandemic. There is concern that some are ignoring signs of co-morbid...reactions1comment
Extrahepatic Conditions Related to Hepatitis CExtrahepatic conditions refer to conditions associated with hepatitis C which affect parts of the body outside the liver. Extrahepatic conditions are common...reactions6comments
Milk Thistle: A Review Of Liver Detox SupplementsMy first supplement review can be found here. The idea of taking milk thistle seems a good idea to many persons with...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
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to...reactionscomments
Removing Fear from The Equation: New versus Old Treatments for Hep CNot long ago (for me, in 2005), we did not have the amazing, new treatments available to cure hepatitis C. In fact...reactionscomments
Hepatitis C and Cardiovascular DiseaseThe hepatitis C virus can cause a firestorm of extrahepatic conditions such as insulin resistance, diabetes, hepatic steatosis, cryoglobulinemia, and endotoxemia -...reactions1comment
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
Antibodies and Hep CAs a person with hepatitis C lived experience, I have always believed that I would test positive for antibodies even though I...reactions2comments
Reasons Not to Delay Hepatitis C TreatmentAfter being diagnosed with hepatitis C, patients may delay hepatitis C treatment for various reasons. Some of these reasons include: No matter...reactionscomments
Hepatitis C Symptoms: What Are They and What You Can DoRecently, I was contacted about the symptoms of hepatitis C; The person asked if any of these symptoms can be treated. First...reactionscomments
Preparing for Your Physician’s AppointmentBe proactive in gaining the knowledge you and your caregiver need to help you with hepatitis C and liver disease. Here's my...reactionscomments
Muscle & Joint Pain with Hepatitis CHepatitis C is a virus that attacks the liver causing inflammation and damages liver tissue. Hepatitis C can also cause extrahepatic conditions...reactions2comments
The Importance of Vaccines with Hepatitis CIf you have hepatitis C, your immune system may be compromised with fighting the hepatitis C virus. Getting sick can further complicate...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
Hep C Treatments by GenotypeHepatitis C is from a virus that causes infection and liver damage. Hep C is classified by the virus’s genetic makeup of...reactionscomments
The Different Types of Viral HepatitisUnderstanding the different types of viral hepatitis and the effects on the liver can help the patient be proactive in prevention, taking...reactionscomments
Should I Get Listed for a Liver Transplant?Some of you may be cared for by a hematologist who practices at a transplant center. I was wayyyy end stage liver...reactionscomments
New Hepatitis C Treatments Are Paving The Way To Longer Life ExpectancyThe newest class of hepatitis C drugs, direct-acting antivirals (DAAs), have changed the way the virus is treated. However, we don’t have...reactionscomments
