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Do we men get hep c in different ways, and does it affect us differently? For my money, there is very little difference in those ways, but how we deal...

Patients with hepatitis C are at risk for associated liver conditions like fatty liver disease, which can also lead to cirrhosis (severe scarring), compromising liver function, also making the patient...

Starting a family is such an exciting time!  And while most of us imagine a dreamy pregnancy with few complications, the reality is some of us will hit a few...

Official Rules, Terms and Conditions for the HepatitisC.net Awareness Month Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED...

Editors Note: The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author. As I am now embarking on new health battles and searching for answers, I cannot help but...

Life beyond recovery with hepatitis C is often achieved after a long journey. Mine journey lasted 20 years, plus additional recovery time. What is lifelike on the other side of...

One of the common questions for those with hep C is how do I prevent spreading it? There are many questions during the initial diagnosis of hepatitis C and while...

Editors Note: The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author. Healthcare professionals undergo training to better deal with their patients; this includes learning to empathize and better...

Today I received my first Covid vaccine shot.  As I sat there after receiving the injection, I realized the impact one may have for getting their hep C treatment.  I was...

Editors Note: Always talk to your doctors about your own risk factors and if you think you might be at risk for getting cirrhosis. Having a risk factor for a...

Success can be one of those words with very different meanings for different people. How success is measured is often done by scales that tend to tip towards winning and...

Are you straddling the fence on whether you should or should not seek treatment for your hepatitis C? You are not alone. There are thousands out there who are newly...

Where are my independent people at? Ever since I was a child, I’ve been the self-reliant and independent type to never, and I mean never, ask for help. It’s a...

Daily Affirmations is what got me through some pretty hard days of fighting hepatitis c. After my life became balanced emotionally and my depression lifted, I was looking for ways...

When I was diagnosed with hepatitis C, I had to learn key principles to take charge of my health while becoming my own patient advocate. One of the key principles...

Five years ago things started to feel not right with my body. I was tired 24/7, my mind was anxious and foggy. I developed digestive issues, hormone issues, and the...

My liver journey started in 2005. The first doctor I had was cold and callous toward me.  They almost made me feel ashamed for having hep C. No communication during my...

According to many with hep C, one of the most common undiagnosed symptoms is fatigue. Many people and doctors might fail to relate fatigue to hepatitis C. Fatigue often is...

In my last article, I wrote about learning that hepatitis c is a common factor in stomach issues with patients. As I personally battled gallbladder issues, and now 4 rounds of...

When I was diagnosed with hepatitis C, one of the concerns I had was: How can I help my liver? Your liver needs your help. Taking these 10 steps can...