Brain FogMany of those infected with hepatitis C list brain fog as a common and disruptive symptom. What is brain fog? Brain fog is a term some maybe unfamiliar with, but... By Daniel Winterbottom2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
An Angry Itch: Skin Symptoms and Hepatitis CChances are that if you have ever lived with hep C, you know what I am saying when I refer to an itch (and not just some annoying little nose... By Daryl Luster2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Still Making Wrong Health ChoicesI am here to confess a recent endeavor I took with my so-called health. Although my intentions were not to harm myself, I was simply falling for that lose weight quickfad... By Kimberly Nash2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dental Health and Hepatitis CPeople with hepatitis C are at an increased risk of dental complications. This is a result of the virus' impact on the individual's nutrition, immune system, and lifestyle. To exacerbate... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Getting Older and Having Hep CMany of us deal with the side effects of hepatitis C daily. Joint pain, muscle pain/weakness, and brain fog are only a few of the issues we face each day. Somedays... By Kimberly Nash2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Beyond Hepatitis C: Celebrating 8 Years of Being CuredEach Spring represents refreshment, new growth, and renewal. After hepatitis C lived with me for 20 years, I began a new hepatitis C treatment 8 years ago this spring that... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
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 will live a full life without knowing that... By Daniel Winterbottom3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Beyond Exhaustion: How Life Changes with FatigueFatigue: It’s not “just being tired”, and it’s an experience that individuals living with a chronic health condition know all too well. Fatigue can impact every aspect of daily life... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Supporting Your Immune SystemFighting hep C can be tough on our bodies, both internally and physically. Hep C is a serious disease that needs to be taken seriously. When I first found out about... By Kimberly Nash2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Under Pressure: Coping with Hepatitis CPressure can be defined in a number of ways, but rarely is it described or felt in a positive way. The pressure we are all facing now is new to... By Daryl Luster3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Should You Take a B12 Supplement? It's likely you've heard of vitamin B12's many benefits. We hear claims that it improves memory, provides a burst of energy, and improves mood. In addition, B12 is also touted... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hepatitis C Treatment Is Completed, Now What?Once you have completed hepatitis C treatment, what’s next? There are many different follow-up tests and exams you may need in your post-treatment recovery. Your doctor may recommend If you... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Should I Be Tested for Hepatitis C?For most people (people not in the risk categories listed below), the chance of contracting hep C is very low. Those in these categories have increased risk, and testing is... By Daniel Winterbottom2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Advice to Anyone Struggling with Hepatitis CThe process from hep C exposure to treatment completion can be a long, confusing, and often stressful process and many may need help as they struggle through the process. Many... By Daniel Winterbottom2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Chronic Disease: Long-Term Impacts and Managing Other Health ConditionsAs we know, hep C is a chronic condition for the majority (~75%) of people who contract the virus. Only 25% or so will not require treatment to avoid the... By Daryl Luster2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments19 comments
Epclusa for Hepatitis C: Side Effects, Patient Stories, and MoreEpclusa (sofosbuvir, velpatasvir) is one type of combination, direct-acting antiviral medication used to treat hepatitis C. Epclusa may be used to treat all genotytpes of hepatitis C in both adults... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Going with the Flow: How to Manage Difficult Hep C Symptoms"Going with the flow" is a phrase I have come to accept in my life. Before hep C and end stage liver disease, I was a vibrant go-getter that never... By Kimberly Nash2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Helping Your Family To Understand Hepatitis CWhen family and friends don’t understand your hepatitis C, it hurts. Hepatitis C is known as a ‘silent disease’ because often symptoms don’t surface until liver damage is evident. It... By Connie Welch2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Flu Season is Upon Us!For those of us in the northern hemisphere, we have officially entered influenza season. Most of us understand the importance of the flu shot for the elderly, children, and those... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Myths and Facts about Hepatitis CIt is not unusual when in a group, at a party, meeting or event, for someone to mention hepatitis C and the group goes quiet. Just hearing the phrase creates... By Daniel Winterbottom2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments