Hepatitis C 101: HCV and Pregnancy – Health of the mother to beIf you have tested positive for the hepatitis C virus (HCV) and become pregnant, a comprehensive assessment will be administered by your...reactionscomments
Salt Intake and Ascites: What to Know With Hepatitis CIf you have been diagnosed with Hepatitis C and already have some liver damage, your doctor may restrict your sodium to 2,000...reactionscomments
Expert Answers: What Are the Differences Between Hepatitis A, B, and C?Most people have heard of hepatitis, B, and C, but the differences between types can be confusing. Several of our community members...reactionscomments
Traditional Treatments Still in Use for Hepatitis CObserving treatment status among hepatitis C patients surveyed, 45% had been previously treated but were unsuccessful, 41% had never been treated for...reactionscomments
Needle ExchangeNeedle exchange is a controversial program in which new syringes and other sterile paraphernalia are traded for used injection materials. It is...reactionscomments
How to Embrace the Power of the Clinical Trial on International Clinical Trials Day and BeyondWhen we pick up our prescriptions from the pharmacy, most of us do not think about where these drugs come from. Yet...reactionscomments
Hepatitis C 101: Can Hepatitis C be Cured?Hepatitis C (HCV) is one of the more serious viral infections that attacks and can damage the liver. Naturally, then, when you...reactionscomments
Cryoglobulinemia and VasculitisCryoglobulinemia is a serious blood disease that has been linked to hepatitis C infection. According to the NIH, hep C is “recognized...reactionscomments
Porphyria Cutanea Tarda (A Blistering Skin Disease)Porphyria Cutanea Tarda (PCT), is a skin manifestation of liver disease. It's highly exacerbated by exposure of the skin to the sun...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria)...reactionscomments
Diabetes and Hep CDiabetes induced by hep C doesn't require obesity or family history to develop. It can happen to anyone infected with the hepatitis...reactionscomments
Paying for Hepatitis C Treatment: Tips and Self-AdvocacyThe new medications are amazing for those who have Hepatitis C. The cure rate is higher. The duration of treatment is lower...reactionscomments
Hepatitis C LingoThe internet has moved communication to a whole new level. When I first started texting it was hard for me to understand...reactions2comments
Hepatitis C 101: What Does Viral Load Mean?When someone is tested for hepatitis C (HCV), they are usually tested with an antibody test. If a hepatitis C antibody test...reactions5comments
Hepatitis C 101: Why Does Hepatitis C Often Go Undiagnosed?Hepatitis C (HCV) is the most common blood-borne infection in the United States, at an estimated 3.9 million Americans infected. Yet, most...reactionscomments
Telling Friends and Family That You Have Hepatitis CGetting the news that you have hepatitis C can be one of the hardest days of your life. Telling someone you love...reactions2comments
Hepatitis C in AmericaThe Hepatitis C In America survey was conducted between December 2014 and January 2015. The primary goal of the study was to...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial TerminologyThere are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable...reactionscomments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device...reactionscomments
