Hepatitis C and the ImmunosuppressedWhen a person is called “immunosuppressed,” it means that some or all of the person’s immune system is not working at all...reactionscomments
High Blood Pressure, Portal Hypertension, and Hepatitis CMany individuals with hepatitis C experience a variety of comorbid conditions, including high blood pressure and portal hypertension. Comorbid conditions are conditions...reactionscomments
Who Can We Trust? Herbs and Supplements for Hepatitis CBeing newly diagnosed, you may be getting your hands on all sorts of information about hepatitis C. I know I did, but back...reactionscomments
How Can Hepatitis C Affect the Brain?Studies have shown that approximately one-third to one-half of all people who have chronic hepatitis C (HCV) experience neuropsychiatric symptoms, commonly referred...reactionscomments
Hepatitis C and Liver Disease: Simple Steps toward Better HealthWhat is one thing you would like to accomplish for better health? If you are like me, there is more than one...reactionscomments
Handling Anxiety Before Hepatitis C TreatmentA thousand "what if’s" can go through your mind when beginning treatment for hepatitis C. Anxiety and fear do not have to...reactionscomments
Should I Tell My Hairdresser That I Have Hepatitis C?A great question was posed to our hepatitis C community page recently: "Should I tell my hairdresser about having hepatitis C?" After...reactions2comments
Growing Older and Hep CAs an official senior citizen, I thought it was appropriate for me to have some insights and understanding that I could share...reactionscomments
It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint: Getting Help for Hepatitis C"It's a marathon... not a sprint!" Personally, I was always a sprinter in my running days, and ran out of steam in...reactionscomments
Are Generic Antivirals Just as Effective as Their Brand Counterparts?If you take some routine medications, chances are, you are familiar with generic and brand name options available at your retail pharmacy...reactionscomments
How Does the Flu Vaccine Help Me if I Have Hepatitis C?Some research shows that hepatitis C patients and those undergoing treatment may be more susceptible to flu. Each year during flu season...reactionscomments
Fear, Worry, and Anxiety with Hepatitis CAs someone who dealt with anxiety for several years, I know firsthand what a difficult thing it can be. I was a...reactionscomments
How The Kids Feel When A Parent Has Hepatitis CIn a family with hepatitis C patients, the emotional rollercoaster that happens brings many insecurities. It's a challenge for the caregiver/partner to...reactionscomments
How a Hepatitis C Diagnosis Can Affect a FamilyWhen patients are diagnosed with hepatitis C, our family, and friends are affected as well. Roller coaster emotions, uncertainty, questions, even fear...reactions1comment
The Dangers of Comparing Ourselves to Other Hepatitis C PatientsWhen I was diagnosed with hepatitis C many years ago, there were few support groups. The only websites available offered a dark...reactionscomments
How Egypt has Reduced the Prevalence of Hepatitis C in College StudentsHepatitis C can be diagnosed in all age groups; however, people of college-age are often neglected in outreach programs. This is despite...reactionscomments
You Can Be Hep C SmartHow much do you know about having hepatitis C? If you are like I was in the beginning, you know zero. When...reactionscomments
Dry Skin from Hepatitis C: Solutions and ManagementBelieve me, I understand that feeling. It is more than just dry skin. It is an itching sensation that can drive you...reactions6comments
Feeling Good with Hepatitis C: How Diet Makes A DifferenceI recommend learning about your body: what makes it swell, what makes your feel sick, what makes you feel groggy, cloudy, and...reactions2comments
Dietary Tips for Hepatitis C, Cirrhosis, and Liver DiseaseA very important proactive step toward taking care of your liver with hepatitis C, cirrhosis, and liver disease is with your diet...reactions1comment
