Just found out I have Hep C, what should I expect? - Hepatitis Message Board

irisheyes · 01-02-2003, 07:54 PM

I recently was diagnoised with Hep C. I have had several blood transfusions and many blood products due to a blood disorder. What should I expect? Thanks for any help you can give me.

Samwise2 · 01-03-2003, 12:45 AM

I was infected from being hooked up to a kidney dialysis machine that wasnt cleaned properly so I can relate to how you must feel.

I was just diagnosed too so I dont really feel qualified to answer your question. I CAN tell you that in the beginning you can and should expect a few different tests. After testing positive you'll probably have a quantitative test to find out how much of the virus is actually in you. You'll have a blood test run to find out which genotype of hep C you have and to check out how your liver is functioning. You'll most likely have a liver biopsy done to check out what, if any, phyical damage has been done to your liver.

If you read posts here and just do alotta general internet research regarding hep C, you'll probably feel much better. From what I have learned, just take care of yourself and your liver, stay positive, and you'll live a normal life.

Good luck.

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irisheyes · 01-03-2003, 05:21 AM

Samwise, Thanks for your info. its very much appreciated. I go for my 1st Dr's appt Jan 16, I'll know more then. Thanks

LOST1 · 01-03-2003, 08:59 AM

Howdy Irisheyes-
You are not alone, I also contacted HCV though blood transfusions in surgery, almost twenty years ago, I feel quite good now that I know I have HCV and had a chance in lifstyle, no alcohol and smoking, eating healthier, I always got my exercise so that was easy, I still get fatiqued and brain fog,but improved that with added supplements and the latter.
Its a good idea to write down all your questions when you are going to your specialist, Samwise gave you good advice and procedures,if one takes care of theirself and use's precautions, HCV progress's slowly and one can lead a near normal life, it is not a death sentance as most think.

Having Scottish bloodline's make's me wonder what the heck are Irisheyes he he, welcome to the board Irisheyes and hope to hear more from you, a lot of good people here with lots of knowledge,opinions and helpful info.
Be Well +

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--Get Outdoors-Enjoy Life----Neil

irisheyes · 01-03-2003, 02:45 PM

Thanks Lost1, I'll have a ton of questions for the Dr. no doubt! My only fear is that I'll be so sick and tired all the time but, I'll learn more after my Dr's appt. As far as being Scottish, I'm not, its my marriage name (divorced now) I'm 100% Irish. Thanks for your info.