Hepatitis C Articles
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The Stigma of Having Hepatitis C - When someone discovers that they are infected with the Hepatitis C virus it is in itself a shock, but the things that they must deal with from then on can be equally upsetting. There is the treatment regime that will follow the confirmed diagnosis and the need to ask people who you are close to help while you go through what can be an unpleasant treatment period that can last anywhere from twelve weeks to the better part of a year.
The silent epidemic – Hepatitis C - Hepatitis C is a virus caught by blood contact, it was found in the 1970’s and confirmed as Hepatitis C in the late 1980s. Hepatitis C damages the liver, the body’s largest organ by causing inflammation.
The myths of Hepatitis C - There are many myths about Hepatitis C, they are like the urban legends of the medical world, and below you will find many myths. The myths explained are not true and need to be told so the many people who get diagnosed with Hepatitis C can feel safe in the knowledge that they understand fact from fiction.
The Differences between Hepatitis Strains - Hepatitis is a type of disease that most everybody is familiar with. It's actually a family of diseases, with several different strains causing different problems throughout the body.
The Basics of Hepatitis C - Hepatitis C is a disease that has come to receive much notoriety as of late. It is a disease that is caused by an infectious virus, and so consequently, it's important to learn about the disease in order to lessen your chances of catching the disease.
The affects of Hepatitis C on pregnancy - Hepatitis C can be difficult to live with at the best of times but how do you manage this infection should you be pregnant? There are many affects Hepatitis C can have on a pregnancy, below are details on every aspect of Hepatitis during pregnancy you need to be aware of. Vertical Transmission Many women get worried about how Hepatitis will affect the baby.
Tattoos, Piercings and Hepatitis C - Expressing oneself can be an important part of the growing process. Not just as a teen that needs to find ways to let the world know who and what they are but as an adult searching for ways to show how you feel.
Supplements as Hepatitis C Treatments - Along with the drug therapy that is suggested for the Hepatitis C virus many people are also using complimentary and alternative medicine, CAM, to help them through the long treatment regime. Studies have shown that sixty two percent of those using CAM use prayer and natural medications or supplements to help improve their chances of beating this terrible infection.
Some Common Hepatitis C Questions and Answers - Hepatitis C is a disease that is relatively common throughout the world. In this article, we'll address some of the questions that people often have about the disease so that you can increase your knowledge.
Psychological affects on Hepatitis C sufferers - A lot of patients with Hepatitis C, especially those suffering chronic Hepatitis C do have side affects that are psychological rather than physical, many patients feel denial, anger, depression, anxiety, loneliness and stress. Many patients will feel wronged when they find out they have Hepatitis C, and a large proportion are shocked at how dramatically their lifestyles will be changed by what the doctors require them to do.
Other Medical Worries with Hepatitis C - Those of who suffer from the Hepatitis C virus often find that over the years they develop other related conditions. These conditions don't affect the liver but other parts of the body.
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