Guest guest Posted June 21, 2004 Report Share Posted June 21, 2004 Hi Shirley, I'm Robyn adn have Hep C and Lupus. I have been told by at least 3 different DRs that there is no connection between the 2. I probably contracted Hep c about 30 years ago and was dx 3 years ago with it.It is a very slow progressing virus. I was just dx with Lupus in March, although I may have had it a little longer, (who knows for sure). Hep C is contracted thru the blood: tranfusions, IV drugs (shared needles), tattoos, sharing a razor, manicures or even a toothbrush. Very rarely is it transferred sexually. I've been married for 15 years and my husband doesn't have it. One thing to keep in mind is that the blood with the virus can be dried blood and still carry live virus. So be careful cleaning up anyone else's blood. I've wondered if maybe my Lupus developed because my body has been fighting this virus for a long time, but, once again, I've been told that's not the case. Hope this helps, luv, Robyn > HELLO SHIRLEY HERE AND I AM JUST READING SOME OF THE POST AND WAS WONDERING > HOW DOES ANYONE GET HEP C FROM LUPUS ? , ALSO I LIKE TO WELCOME ALL THE NEW > PEOPLE , AND HOPE YOU ALL HAD A GREAT DAY , HUGS SHIRLEY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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