Sharing Your Hep C Story Makes a DifferenceEveryone certainly has the right to share what they feel comfortable with, but sharing your story can help save someone’s life. Sharing...reactionscomments
3 Treatments for Ascites Swollen BellyWhen you need help for ascites swollen belly, there are several treatments, and I've had them all. They are preventative and also...reactionscomments
Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Get Treated for Hepatitis C“Why should I get treated for hepatitis C”? On the surface, this might seem like an obvious question and answer. Maybe you’re...reactions1comment
My Gut Feeling: Nausea & Digestive Issues with Hepatitis CHave you suffered from nausea and other digestive issues connected to your hep C? I am one of the unlucky ones myself...reactions4comments
The Most Common Symptoms of Hepatitis CHepatitis C typically affects the liver. However, many patients experience other symptoms too. In fact, hepatitis C can affect the whole body...reactionscomments
Hep C Anxieties: Relationships & FamilyIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the...reactionscomments
Common Co-Infections With Hepatitis CVarious co-infections can be common with hepatitis C. It’s important to understand what the co-infections are in order to be tested and...reactions6comments
Stigma as a Patient with Hepatitis C: One Women's StoryRecently, a woman from the Midwest contacted me about issues she was having with her care provider. She was very upset and...reactionscomments
Remembering Barry EdgeIt is with great sadness that we share the passing of former HepatitisC.net advocate Barry Edge. Barry passed away on January 24th...reactions5comments
Understanding Your Test Results: Complete Blood CountIf you have been diagnosed with hepatitis C or another medical condition, your doctor may want to perform regular blood tests to monitor...reactionscomments
10 Ways To Be Your Best AdvocateNo one knows how you feel except for you. Good communication and being proactive is vital as you advocate for yourself and...reactionscomments
Access to Medications in an Opioid-Crisis EraThe United States is currently in an epidemic that is often referred to as the “opioid crisis.” This has led to a...reactionscomments
Living With: Interview with Advocate Rick NashRick Nash, contributor and moderator here at HepatitisC.net, was recently interviewed for the Health Union podcast, Living With. Rick shares his incredible...reactionscomments
The Stigma Around Pain and MedicationsChronic pain can be difficult to manage. Unfortunately, chronic pain and its treatment may also have accompanying stigma that makes this issue...reactionscomments
Nothing Ever Fits Me AnymoreThere is nothing more frustrating or sad than waking up from a restless night of sleep only to see that your body...reactionscomments
Current Regulations Around Opioid PrescribingOpioids are medications that have the ability to alleviate pain. They also have other properties that allow them to impact emotions and...reactionscomments
Common Questions from the HepatitisC.net CommunityHave you, or someone you know, been diagnosed with hepatitis C? Do you have questions? If you’re looking for more information about...reactionscomments
How Hepatitis C Affects Skin: Common Skin ConditionsPeople with hepatitis C often experience skin-related issues. In order to get a better understanding of the impacts of skin issues within...reactionscomments
5 Other Reasons to Get CuredMany people with the hepatitis C virus (HCV or "hep C") think that the main reason to get cured is to clear...reactionscomments
Tips for Talking To Your DoctorTalking to a medical doctor about hep C can be an intimidating and awkward conversation, especially since many of those infected contracted...reactionscomments
