Hi all,This is prompted by another thread, 'Liver damage and repair'.We are all aware that SVR is as good as we can get. The tiny risk of relapse is enough for some to say 'We are not cured- just successfully treated'.We tend to concentrate on the liver. We look at blood tests and are happy to see normal li...
World Hepatitis Day is recognized on the birthday of Dr. Baruch Blumberg (July 28, 1925-April 5, 2011) who discovered the hepatitis B virus and developed the first hepatitis B vaccine. Viral hepatitis is a major global health threat with around 257 million people living with chronic hepatitis B an...
Recent events have shown us that in-person visits to the doctors are not always a viable option. The COVID-19 outbreak presented many challenges for countries all over the world and their healthcare systems. Among the many challenges healthcare professionals face in an emergency situation, li...
Even though we aren't dedicated to providing information to other disease and illness, I want to provide an area that our membership can obtain information on the Corona Virus - COVID-19. Caution is recommended, but standard precautions should be sufficient in both preventing and dealing with it...
This is an interesting article and short video. It provides insight into the immunocompromised transplant patient and the CoV-2 reinfection rate. Healio-Hepatology Update
Hi Everyone, I received this message today from NOhep. They're a big voice and advocate for all Heppers. I know several of you have some real hair splitting stories, so I thought you might like to share it and maybe win a door prize, lol! The World Hepatitis Alliance, NOhep and the London School of Hygi...
The initiative seeks to reduce the number of new HIV infections in the United States by 75 percent by 2025, and then by at least 90 percent by 2030, for an estimated 250,000 total HIV infections averted. Ending the HIV Epidemic
Please take a moment and read this article. It's not too long and is really informative. We have had so many issues facing us this last year, and Hep C hasn't been discussed much. Let's keep that communication flowing. The need for current information and advocacy is expanding, especially in Appalac...
I found this article, two years old, but very informative, and current. We continue to have many guests checking in daily, and I hope this will help provide better understanding to them. Hepatitis C Defined
I'm going to try to keep this all focused on proven science based information, and since scientist still have a lot that is unproven at this point, some will be hypothesis, and some theoretical, but that will be noted where applicable. First, I'd like to link to some videos by Dr Roger Seheult, MD, who...
I should have made this post at the time, and maybe I did and forgot!!
But I thought that it would be nice to post a message about my successful treatment.
I had the treatment that lasted for three months. An injection weekly and the tablets daily. Apart from loss of weight/appetite I was absolutely...
Our Innate Immune system after DAA treatments has been an area of concern. I've been trying to keep my finger on the pulse on this topic - not much has been put out. The links below obviously didn't work so you will have to paste them into your browser. The MAIT cells in relation to COVID19 is an area of co...
Information Sources CDC Coronavirus (Covid-19) website Worldometer Coronavirus / Covid-19 Tracker Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society Vaccine Tracker Johns Hopkins University of Medicine / Coronavirus Resource Center Mayo Clinic Health System.org/covid19 New England Journal of...
Vaccine/Antiviral Trials informationPfizer / BiontechPfizer - Biontech Registered trial in US - BNT162Pfizer and BioNTech to Submit Emergency Use Authorization Request Today to the U.S. FDA for COVID-19 Vaccine (11-10-2020) Safety and Efficacy of the BNT162b2 mRNA Covid-19 Vaccine. (New...
This is an interesting article for those interested in organ donation and recent advances in pre-transplant, anti viral administration. The sad part of the article is where they are obtaining these organs and why. The stuff is bad, real bad... Combination therapy prevents HCV infection in non-vi...
Hellooooo to all of you! I was a member of this forum about 6 years ago. I forgot my login but wanted to check back with all of you! I was HilLaryOus I went through treatment and got through it with the help of all of you! I was so scared of what my future held, if I would ever be able to have kids or if my Hep C would...
Who ever coined the magic bean thing, Thank You! I'm loving that imagery! Got me some magic beans gonna grow me a new liver! Past the teeth and over the tongue look out stomach here it comes! (I guess that should read liver!) Wow!... that pill was a very large bugger, for a second it didn't want to go down. S...
Im starting my own personal thread to keep track of my journey as was suggested by Tig and others. Thank you all so much for being here as I embark on this scary and exciting new phase in my life. Im a little depressed and anxious. Spent this weekend sleeping a lot and being alone, except for my A.A. meeti...
Hi all, I have recently had lots of joint pain and chronic fatigue, various other symptoms and dark circles under my eyes. all bloods came back normal and lupus test was negative. I spoke to a doctor today who wants to rule out Hep c relapse and this has worried me as 3 years post treatment now. I cant See ho...
Hi Everyone, Hope you and your family are doing well in this pandemic. Just messaged to check about your health and well being. It's been a long time since we haven't been in contact. Times are tough here in india and specially in Mumbai. Hope the situation is under control in your country. I have...
Hepatitis C infections tripled in the U.S. from 2009-18, prompting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to update screening recommendations that include all adults and pregnant women. This increase is especially concerning, since people who have existing chronic medical issu...
Here's a recent article from Healthline on current protocols and updates on treatment. Hepatitis C (hep C) infection used to be a lifelong condition for most people. Only about 15 to 25 percent Trusted Source of people clear the hepatitis C virus (HCV) from their body without treatment. For everyon...
This is disturbing information. We as a subset of society, HCV Warriors, have fought so hard to educate and help people to defeat the Dragon, only to be kicked in the teeth again. Do your best to stay healthy, stay informed and educate/advocate for continued research into killing this beast. Our desi...
Yes, I am still ding well after successful treatment! A 5 time loser on Interferon finally beat the dragon on Harvoni! I am wondering if anyone heard anything on liver fibrosis reduction after successful treatment? Are there any cirrhosis studies going in with new treatments? Thanks and I am gl...
Has anyone experienced loss of hair. I've been losing my hair. I want to take hair supplements but not much is ok to take with harmoni, my doctor said biotin was ok. I was reading about horse tail extract but not sure if I can take it. Thanks, Kelly
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