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my 22 year old daughter was recently dx with hep.c. she is a recovering iv heroin user currently in rehab. she sees a specialist next week. i'm literally paralyzed with fear being an rn i know how dangerous this is. is it possible for her to lead a normal life while taking the appropriate precautions?
Gender: FemaleAge: 22 Already Tried: blood tests confirm hep. c antibodies. she is asymptomatic and feels great. has been free of drug use for 30 days.
Hello Hepatitis is the inflammation of the liver.It is caused by hepatitis C virus . In chronic cases,the treatment for this disease lasts from 24 to 48 weeks The treatment includes- combination of peginterferon and ribavirin, which attacks the hepatitis C virus. Further Peginterferon is taken through weekly shots and ribavirin is taken daily by mouth. The early diagnosis and treatment can help in preventing the liver damage. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent liver damage. Also if the , if chronic hepatitis C causes liver failure , then a liver transplant is considered. Yes, she should be given medications. Yes, she can healthy as before.You should not panic, and get her examined next week. dr.vikrambhatt40041.1942004977
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