What Is Ascites?Ascites is simply the build-up of fluid within the abdomen, with the fluid filling the space between the lining of the abdominal...reactionscomments
Ways to Celebrate World Hepatitis Day All YearWorld Hepatitis Day is a day set aside in which the entire world collectively acknowledges all forms and strains of hepatitis. This...reactionscomments
Other People's Opinions Should NOT Matter: Disclosing A Hepatitis C DiagnosisHaving hepatitis C may subject you to many different thoughts and opinions from those around you. Some people you know and are close...reactions1comment
What to Know about Taking Vitamins and Supplements with hepatitis CWhy does my body suddenly need special vitamins or supplements for hepatitis C? When a person becomes infected with the virus, there...reactionscomments
Old Versus Current Treatments for Hepatitis CThe old treatments versus the new, current treatments for hepatitis C... With so many new, wonderful treatments on the market, many curing...reactionscomments
How to Make Your Hepatitis C Treatment Recovery PlanAfter hepatitis C treatment is completed, naturally, patients want to resume normal energy and activity. However, hepatitis C treatment side effects can...reactionscomments
Managing Treatment-Induced FatigueThe most common side effect of hepatitis C treatment is fatigue. When I underwent treatment, I referred to it as "battle fatigue."...reactionscomments
Hepatitis C Occult InfectionOccult hepatitis C virus infections (OCI) exist when there is a presence of the hepatitis C (HCV) RNA found in liver and...reactionscomments
Trauma and Hep CWhen we think of trauma, we usually think of the trauma unit in a hospital, or a physical event. I am sure...reactions2comments
Tracking Your Liver Lab TestsThere are many lab tests done to help diagnosis liver disease. Understanding and tracking liver lab tests can help you, and your...reactions1comment
Moving Forward Through Hepatitis C ObstaclesMoving forward through hepatitis C is not always easy, but it is necessary if we want to take care of our liver...reactionscomments
Now about Cirrhosis: You have Hepatitis C and your doctor wants to check your liver for damageTesting for Fibrosis and Cirrhosis The gold standard for diagnosis is a liver biopsy. This procedure takes place in the hospital. While you are...reactionscomments
Letting Go of Toxic RelationshipsDeciding when it’s time to end a toxic relationship is a lot harder than it looks. I’ve had more than my fair...reactionscomments
Living with Pain and Hep C in an “Opioid Crisis” EraLiving with any pain, whether acute (shorter duration) or chronic (ongoing). In medical terms, these are two terms that are used outside...reactionscomments
Putting the "Live" Back in LiverOne of the greatest ways to live with joy in the midst of fighting hepatitis C and liver disease is choosing to...reactionscomments
World Cancer Awareness Day: A Focus on Hepatocellular CarcinomaThis article is not intended to give or replace medical advice from a qualified health practitioner and is to be used for...reactionscomments
Life with Liver FailureWhen your liver begins to fail, it feels like a slow motion fall. You’re diving downward while bouncing off of boulders. Pebbles...reactions2comments
Life Hacks for Hepatitis CWhether you’ve cleared the virus, are on treatment, or doing the pre-treatment discovery phase – you need life hacks for hepatitis. A...reactionscomments
To The People I Admire in the Hep C CommunityOver the years, I have been lucky enough to get to know some amazing people. In the context of hep C, they...reactionscomments
The War on Hep C is Led by VeteransWith an enemy like hepatitis C, there is a continuous uphill struggle. For those who have served in the military, your time...reactionscomments
