How Do I Treat & Prevent Hepatitis C Video

February 9th, 2011 | Published in Hepatitis Videos

How Do I Treat & Prevent Hepatitis C - Hepatitis C Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbKNvAdAwe4

How is hepatitis C treated?

While there is no cure for hepatitis C, hepatitis C treatment involves various combinations of medications that you can take by mouth or injection. Treatment usually extends over a long period of time following the liver’s response to the medications.

How can one test for hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C testing involves a blood test that is sent to the laboratory.

What are the health implications of hepatitis C?

The complications of untreated hepatitis C include

Liver cancer, more commonly
Liver failure, or
Cirrhosis of the liver.

How can hepatitis C be prevented?

Hepatitis C can be prevented by:

Not share needles
Using protection during sexual intercourse
Not sharing personal articles, such as razors and toothbrushes.

Real Help on Hepatitis C Video

February 9th, 2011 | Published in Hepatitis Videos

Real Help on Hepatitis C Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pStElOnKC4

What is hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C is a virus that causes an inflammation of the liver.

How is hepatitis C transmitted?

Hepatitis C is transmitted more commonly by blood products or sharing needs, but a small percentage of cases are sexually transmitted.

What are the symptoms of hepatitis C?

Hepatitis C commonly causes symptoms such as:

Fatigue,
Malaise, or
Feeling tired and low energy.