Music Heals Our SoulAre you ever somewhere and a song comes on, and you immediately connect to it? The rawness of emotions is tied to it...reactionscomments
Fighting Hep C Fatigue With Green TeaMany of us are familiar with extreme and enduring exhaustion. It is a symptom of chronic hepatitis C; for many, it can...reactionscomments
Should I Be Tested for Cirrhosis?The liver is different from many other organs because it can repair itself. When the liver is damaged, its cells can regrow...reactionscomments
Hepatitis C Rates in Imprisoned PersonsHepatitis C virus (HCV) causes liver damage. It spreads through infected blood and is sometimes called a “silent” infection. That is because...reactionscomments
Healthy Liver Eating PlanA healthy liver eating plan is essential in fighting liver disease, boosting your immune system, and helping reduce inflammation. A proactive plan...reactionscomments
Lifestyle Changes to Feel Better with Hepatitis CFor most of my life, I’ve prided myself on being a “healthy” individual. From the foods I eat to daily movement, attending...reactionscomments
Hep C Sucks! Let’s get rid of it!Anyone who has had hep C will probably agree that having hep C sucks or use some other word to indicate a...reactionscomments
Do Not Let Critics Tell You How You Should Be FeelingI have faced many challenges as an advocate for hep C for almost ten years, not only in dealing with things with...reactions1comment
Once Upon a TimeIn a place not so different for anyone, I was having many health issues that had no good answers. After five years...reactionscomments
The Swollen Belly: AscitesAs hepatitis C virus (HCV) progresses, the risk for ascites increases. Ascites (pronounced “uh-sight-ease”) is the buildup of fluid in the belly...reactionscomments
How to Be Proactive with Your Hepatitis CBeing proactive with your health means you are taking charge. The first step to take is with your attitude and realizing that...reactionscomments
Liver ImagingImaging, or taking pictures of the inside of the body, is a part of treating and monitoring the hepatitis C virus (HCV)...reactionscomments
ACEs: What Are They and How Are They Linked to Liver Disease?Too often, social impacts on your health are not given a lot of attention. Especially things that happened to you growing up...reactionscomments
Hepatitis C Awareness Month 2022 GiveawayThe Hepatitis C Awareness Month Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! We are celebrating Hepatitis C Awareness Month with...reactions2comments
Hepatitis C Terminology: Acute Versus ChronicThe terms “acute” and “chronic” get thrown out at medical appointments and in healthcare notes. Understanding the difference between these two is...reactionscomments
How a Hobby Can Help You with Liver DiseaseLiver disease, like any chronic illness, can take a toll on you, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Dealing with chronic disease can consume...reactions1comment
The Hardest Symptom of Hepatitis C: DepressionShortly after my diagnosis, I sank into a deep depression. I was in a very dark place. I would not eat, my emotions...reactionscomments
Drug and Other ResistanceIs drug resistance with hep C a thing? We know it is, but it is not a significant thing, as it turns...reactionscomments
Liver BiopsyChronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) can damage the liver. This damage leads to other health issues. There are invasive and non-invasive tests...reactions1comment
Diagnosis of Hepatitis CDiagnosing the hepatitis C virus (HCV) can be challenging. Some people may have symptoms when they are first exposed. However, most will...reactionscomments
