RE: Re: treatment? I HAVE HEP C type 1a - Hi rlynn2260

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50% of those who test positive for Hep C antibodies will clear on their own. I would want to know viral load, genotype,stage and symptoms (or lack thereof) before giving advice.Sent: Sunday, December 28, 2008 5:34 PMTo: hepatitiscsupportgroupfordummies Subject: Re: treatment? I HAVE HEP C type 1a - Hi rlynn2260i dont know weather to go to a GI or just wait for nsome trsgic newsabout my liver failing. i just dont know what to do Yes Hep C is a very serious illness needing the best and fastest specialized medical care. Yes a full evaluation and Hep C work-up by a GI Dr with a practice and up-to-date training in Hep C patients treatments and for your full medical care. A Hepatologist is usually a GI Dr with additional specialized training accredited and for diseases of the liver focusing mainly with Hep C and patients. Over time Hep C is Chronic will not go away on it's own and is a slow progressive disease in stages. The earlier for treatment if medically able to do it the better the results long term results the lesser the side effects and clearing the virus and before too much permanent damage and liver damage is done and related complications symptoms and other diagnoses. Your educating yourself about Hep C related liver disease - other related complications - treatments - all your options working with medical care by knowledgeable Hep C Specialists is a must for you and all with Hep C. We have many Links with medical articles in group and posted a few for you below. Yes Hep C disease is complex but It will all start to fall into place more quickly than you think and we are here to help support you and answer any questions or your need of any specific articles. Chronic Hep C is a slow progressive disease in stages and depending on how long you have had it. Don't become overwhelmed by all the info just take it all 1 step and 1 day at a time and read take it all in at your own pace. I'll post a few other INFO: messages for you. All The Best Deb Hepatitis C (HCV) Information Booklet HCV info from A to Z please check for updateshttp://www.hcvadvocate.org/hepatitis/hepC/hcvinformation.html First Steps for Newly Diagnosed with Hep C Many links for HCV info including trackers for labs, testing, Dr visits and much more .....http://www.hcvadvocate.org/hepatitis/First_Steps.asp Listings: Hepatitis C Basicshttp://www.hcvadvocate.org/hepatitis/factsheets.asp#Easy_eng Understanding The Hepatitis C Liver Understand the test results - Present and Future treatment - much more info about HCVhttp://www.hcvets.com/data/hcv_liver/the_liver.htm The book Living With Hepatitis C A Survivors Guide is recommended by many HCV Specialists for their pt's. It is co-authored by 1 of the leading Hepatology Specialists and an author who is HCV+. It is an excellent reference resource to have and refer back to when needed covering just about it all for HCV/Liver Disease from A to Z what to expect what when to do it in easy to read understand plain layman's terms with up-to-date info and revised editions when needed. Proceeds and a % of the profits from the sale of this book fund HCV medical issues and public awareness not like many other 100% for profit books on the market. I found this book to be the best and excellent book on the market gave a copy to my kids and family members to read and learn about it all and what it also means to them and what they will experiences and should expect having a loved one with HCV. It can be ordered and shipped online new or much cheaper used check for the latest revised edition and is also in all large bookstores. All The Best To Everyone Deb Living With Hepatitis C : A Survivor's Guide by T. Everson (Author), Hedy Weinberg (Author) A classic guidebook uses everyday language to discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatments of Hepatitis C, providing in a latest edition updated coverage of such topics as pegylated and consensus interferons, living-donor liver transplants, and co...