Protecting Your Family from Hep C ExposureHaving hepatitis C has lots of stress put on an individual. Not only are we worried about our life, we have to be concerned about our loved ones. For myself...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Telehealth on Hepatitis C TreatmentMy medical team used telehealth while I was on hepatitis C treatment. The whole medical team agreed that it was best. Not only was I working, but I also lived...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Facing Down Hepatitis C: Reducing Symptoms and Getting CuredMostly, we want to put hep C down, as in destroy it and send it into oblivion forever. Facing hep being able to confront the diagnosis and the things that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Do Not Lose Yourself Trying To Please OthersThis topic came up this morning while talking to a friend. How often does one tend to neglect themselves while trying to care for another? Now whether you are sick...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Don’t Allow Hepatitis C & Stigma to Control YouChanging your thoughts and attitudes about how hepatitis affects your life is one of the first proactive steps you take toward a healthy future. When I was diagnosed with hepatitis...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Three Things My Diagnosis Taught MeLiving with a hepatitis C diagnosis can be hard on any person, regardless of demographics. It can be shocking and debilitating when the doctor first gives the unfortunate news. With...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Healing Brain Fog and Hepatitis CHealing from the pain of brain fog and hepatitis C top my list of life’s most humbling experiences. Looking back at some of my words, actions, and decisions during the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Can Hepatitis C Be Cured?Many people ask us, "Can hepatitis C be cured?". The good news is that YES, there is a cure for hepatitis C. In this short video, we share what you...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Spotlight: Hepatitis C Symptoms, Side Effects, and Long-Term ImpactsMyth: "Hepatitis C only impacts the liver." Fact: Hepatitis C can impact the whole body. Millions of Americans have been diagnosed with hepatitis C - and we know how challenging...Reactions0reactionsComments10 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...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Harm Reduction Options for Hepatitis C PreventionThere are many different ways to get hepatitis C. Although everyone's experience with hepatitis C is different, today, injection drug use remains the leading risk factor for contracting hep C...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How a Low-Sodium Diet Helps Hepatitis C and Liver DiseaseLiving with a chronic condition like hepatitis C and liver disease can make a person feel like they’re out of control, with no choices as to what happens to their...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Should The US Provide Universal Screening and Treatment for Hep C? Learning From Egypt's ResponseHepatitis C (Hep C) is highly curable disease, but delayed diagnosis can lead to long-term health consequences and spread of the disease to others. While original screening recommendations called for...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
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 conditions of hepatitis C. Staying in touch with...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
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 especially if patients have had chronic active hepatitis...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Defining Care'Care' is a short word, but it has huge meaning. The word has different meanings, as we find so often in English and in other languages as well. We care...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
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 hepatitis C, but are the claims of these...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments