Misdiagnosed Before a Hepatitis C DiagnosisI can’t remember how many things I was diagnosed with. I lived with symptoms long before we knew about the hepatitis C virus. Of course they did not have a... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
In Knoxville, TN, Hep C Affects up to 10% of the PopulationThe state of Tennessee decided to include hepatitis C testing as a standard testing process when a patient receives other tests, including those for general health and wellness. Currently, it... By Jenelle Marie Pierce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
New Tools & Features on HepatitisC.netYou may have noticed some changes around HepatitisC.net. We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve added some new features and functionality to provide an even better experience for the most important... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hep C Aches and Pains - Some Tips to Reduce the AcheJoint pain and muscle aches may be an autoimmune response from the body due to the hepatitis C virus. When this occurs, it indicates that the virus is having an... By Jenelle Marie Pierce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is Fatty Liver Disease?Fat makes up approximately 5-10% of the typical human liver's overall weight. People whose livers have more fat than that within their liver cells are considered to have fatty liver... By Jenelle Marie Pierce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
When Your Kids Don’t Understand Hepatitis CRaising kids is hard these days. Whether you're a single parent, in a blended family, or in a relationship - it can be a struggle to get along. When adding an... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Viral LoadThe HCV/RNA test by PCR tells the doctor and patient how much virus is found in the blood of a hepatitis patient. Patients often refer to this test as either... By Susan Simon2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Give Me My Ultrasound!Sometimes we have to speak up for what we want in life. This is especially true when it comes to our health care. Our doctors tell us what to do... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Internal Bleeding With Hepatitis C: Signs and SymptomsWhen I was diagnosed with the hepatitis C virus, it was an emergency room tragedy. I came in through ER after blowing up with ascites. What I didn't know was... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 wall and the organs found within the abdominal... By Jenelle Marie Pierce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A New Rapid Antibody Test for Hepatitis CHepatitis C is a virus that often does not cause noticeable symptoms to those infected. This means that a person can have the virus for months or even years without... By Jenelle Marie Pierce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Injection Drug Users Do Very Well on Sovaldi-Based Hep C TreatmentAlthough hepatitis C can be contracted in numerous ways, the most common method of transmission is through the use of an infected needle. This sometimes occurs when a person receives... By Jenelle Marie Pierce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Antibodies vs RNAI think there are many confusing and frustrating things about hepatitis C. For me, one of the biggest is explaining clearly the difference between hepatitis C antibodies and RNA. Many... By Matthew Zielske2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
HCV and PrisonSome people who are in prison become incarcerated due to illegal activities related to their drug use. Some people commit violent crimes while under the influence of drugs or while... By Jenelle Marie Pierce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hair and Hepatitis C: Crazy Hair and ManagementHepatitis C has been called the silent disease. That is because there is damage going on inside and we don’t even know it. We may not even look like we’re... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Eating Healthy Without Breaking the Bank!March is National Nutrition Month, so this month we’re focusing on eating healthy and nutritiously. Fueling your body the right way can greatly affect the way you’re able to take... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Getting the Flu with Hepatitis CIt’s that time of year and different strains of flu start going around. Many of us who are dealing with the effects of the hepatitis C virus may be offered... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Help for Dehydration with Hep CDuring the winter months, it’s easy to become dehydrated. Maybe your dry skin can feel scaly. Sometimes that is part of liver disease, like cirrhosis. You put on lotions, but... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Kidney Transplantees Do Very Well on Harvoni for Hepatitis CIn general, this title encompasses anyone who has ever received a kidney transplant. However, the research regarding the use of this specific hepatitis C drug was focused on people who... By Jenelle Marie Pierce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Hepatitis C and Your WardrobeJeans and t-shirts or gowns and pearls? Old school hi-tops or three inch heels? Although much of the world has right or wrong choices, the world of fashion is often... By Jenelle Marie Pierce3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments