The latest research & treatment news about Hepatitis C infection, diagnosis, symptoms and treatment.
Spring 2007 brought a wave of health-related news professing a cure for Hepatitis C. While this publicity inspired hope in millions of people living with chronic HCV, it also sparked frustration and confusion. Learn more about the recent announcement that implied a cure for this disease, as well as what the details of the newsworthy study actually mean for you and your loved ones.
Continue reading »People with chronic Hepatitis C suffer from the same sprains, strains, and body aches as everyone else. In addition, Hepatitis C symptoms can include musculoskeletal pain, joint pain, headache, episodic abdominal pain and liver pain. However, many typical, over-the-counter pain medications can damage an already vulnerable liver. For those with Hepatitis C, finding a way to ease their pain without encouraging liver injury can feel like an uphill battle.
Continue reading »Human Genome Sciences and Novartis are working together to improve Hepatitis C treatment with the long acting version of interferon, Albuferon. The ongoing, Phase II study demonstrated that Albuferon has a success rate equal to, or better than pegylated interferon. Learn why Albuferon becoming the preferred treatment over pegylated interferon is good news for Hepatitis C patients.
Continue reading »As part of Hepatitis Awareness Month, events are being planned in four major cities to offer disease management education, especially for Asian Americans, a demographic with high rates of Hepatitis B infection. Learn what cities are hosting this public health awareness initiative as well as how education can help remove the stigma associated with the disease.
Continue reading »Researchers' recent discovery of a protein may lead to the development of new Hepatitis C drugs. Learn what protein is involved in stopping the virus from replicating, making it critical in the search for medications capable of preventing infection.
Continue reading »Achillion recently revealed progress in preventing Hepatitis C viral replication. Although discontinued due to its strain on the kidneys, clinical trials with ACH-806 demonstrated potent HCV anti-viral activity. Find out how those results may shape the development of the next generation of drugs that carry the hope of finding a more effective HCV treatment.
Continue reading »An analysis of several recent clinical trials shows how important early responses to treatment are for clearing the Hepatitis C virus. Now doctors can tell earlier than ever, the chances patients can be cured. Find out just how soon doctors can now determine the success of treatment and what this means for newly diagnosed patients.
Continue reading »Symptoms of Hepatitis C and damp heat both include jaundice, fever and thirst. Learn how to determine if you're suffering from damp heat accumulation, as well as foods you should add to or eliminate from your diet that will make a profound difference in your health.
Continue reading »Important research examining the risks of Hepatitis C transmission through heterosexual relationships has recently been conducted. Discover whether heterosexual couples were found to be at an increased risk for acquiring HCV in consideration of additional risk factors.
Continue reading »Chronic fatigue, the most commonly reported symptom of Hepatitis C infection, affects between 65 and 75 percent of those diagnosed with the disease. Learn what factors contribute to excessive tiredness and lack of energy associated with Hepatitis C, and discover what steps you can take to help manage fatigue.
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