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&lt;h1 id=&quot;cc-m-16340179425&quot; class=&quot;j-module n j-header &quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Advice for Hepatitis C treatment&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;div class=&quot;j-module n j-header &quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #999999;&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14px;&quot;&gt;Dr.Deyn Natthakhet Yaemim, written on 5 October 2020. Last reviewed 10 March 2021&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;
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&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Hepatitis C can often be treated successfully by taking medicines for several weeks.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;If&amp;nbsp;the infection is diagnosed in&amp;nbsp;the early stages, known as acute hepatitis, treatment may&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;not&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;need to begin straight&amp;nbsp;away. Instead, you may have another blood test after&amp;nbsp;3 and 6&amp;nbsp;months to see if your body&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;fights off&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;the virus (yes, 30% of people can). If the infection continues for several months, known as chronic hepatitis, treatment will usually be recommended.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;section&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Your treatment plan&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Treatment for chronic hepatitis C (those infected for 6 months or more) involves:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;a test to see if your liver is damaged (liver function test, hepatitis C genetic test, hepatitis C viral load test - to see how many there are in your blood)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;tablets to fight the virus&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;lifestyle changes to prevent further damage&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;There are 6 main strains of the virus. In Asia, the most common strains are genotype 1 and genotype 3. You can be infected with more than 1 strain.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;You&#39;ll be offered the medicine most appropriate for your&amp;nbsp;&lt;strong&gt;type&lt;/strong&gt;&amp;nbsp;of hepatitis C.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;During treatment, you should have&amp;nbsp;blood tests&amp;nbsp;to check that your medicine is working.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;If it&#39;s not working, you may be advised to try another medicine. This will only affect a small number of people.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Your doctor will also assess your liver for damage (scarring), either with a blood test or a scan called a fibroscan.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;At the end of your treatment, you&#39;ll have a blood test (HCV Viral load) to see if the virus has been cleared and a second blood test 12 or 24 weeks after treatment has stopped. If both tests show no sign of the virus, this means treatment has been successful. What we do after that is to check on hepatitis V viral load every 6 months for a year then once every year, this is a standard from developed countries.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;section&gt;&lt;/section&gt;
&lt;section&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Hepatitis C medicines&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;&lt;/section&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Hepatitis C is treated using Direct Acting Antiviral (DAA) tablets.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;DAA tablets are the safest and most effective medicines for treating hepatitis C.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;They&#39;re highly effective at clearing the infection in more than 90% of people.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;The tablets are taken for 8 to 12 weeks. The length of treatment will depend on which type of hepatitis C you have.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Some types of hepatitis C can be treated using more than 1 type of DAA.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;section&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Side effects of treatment&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;&lt;/section&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Treatments with direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) have very few side effects. Most people find DAA tablets very easy to take.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;You may feel a little sick and have trouble sleeping to begin with, but this should soon settle down in a week.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Your nurse or doctor should be able to suggest things to help ease any discomfort.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;You need to complete the full course of treatment to ensure you clear the hepatitis C virus from your body. DO NOT STOP MEDICINE by yourself.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;If you have any problems with your medicines, speak to your doctor or nurse straight away.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Side effects for each type of treatment can vary from person to person.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;How effective is the treatment?&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) cure 9 out of 10 patients with hepatitis C.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Successful treatment does not give you any protection against another hepatitis C infection. You can still catch it again.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;There&#39;s no vaccine for hepatitis C.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;If treatment does not work, it may be repeated, extended, or a different combination of medicines may be tried.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Your doctor or nurse will be able to advise you.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;section&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Things you can do during treatment for hepatitis C&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;&lt;/section&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;You are your most important ally against hepatitis C. Lifestyle changes can make your medications work better and help you look and feel good. Even small changes can pay off big. Here&#39;s how:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h3 id=&quot;1-2&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Quit Alcohol&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Drinking when you have hepatitis C is like throwing gasoline on a fire. Alcohol is toxic to the liver, and so is hep C. Together, they can put liver damage on a fast track. Booze makes it harder for your hepatitis C treatment to rid your body of the virus. You may also find it harder to take your medicines as directed if you drink (and get drunk).&amp;nbsp;To be realistic, many of you guys may find it hard to stop drinking on your own, try to reduce it.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h3 id=&quot;1-3&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Stay Hydrate&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Drink plenty of water, especially if you&#39;re on hep C antiviral treatment. Good hydration may help you avoid some side effects, like dry skin, dry mouth, and headaches.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h3 id=&quot;1-4&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Watch Your Weight&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;If you&#39;re overweight, obese, or have conditions like type 2 diabetes, fat can deposit in your liver and cause fatty liver disease. Over time, that and hepatitis C can raise your chance of cirrhosis (scar formation in the liver). Losing 5% to 10% of your total body weight can help, the best way to do it is to cut calories and exercise.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h3 id=&quot;2-5&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;Eat Well&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;/section&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;A good diet can help you lose weight and improve your health. It can make your liver work better and lower your risk of cirrhosis. Eating right can boost your immune system and lower your chance of type 2 diabetes, too.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h3 id=&quot;2-6&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Exercise&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;/section&gt;
&lt;/div&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Exercise leads to good health. It helps you lose pounds, improves your mood, and fights fatigue.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;h3 id=&quot;2-7&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Sleep Well&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Make sure you&#39;re getting enough sleep. There&#39;s a link between poor sleep and health problems like obesity, heart disease, and mood disorders.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;The goal is 7 to 9 hours a night. To get more shut-eye:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Keep your bedroom cool.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Go to bed at the same time each night.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Avoid caffeine in the evening.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Turn off the phone, computer, and other electronics an hour or two before bed.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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&lt;h3 id=&quot;2-8&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Be Wary of Supplements&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Some supplements can hurt your liver, especially if it&#39;s already damaged. These include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Comfrey, Kava, Shark cartilage, Skullcap, Valerian, and St. John&#39;s wort can affect how some hep C antivirals work.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Tell your doctor about all vitamins, supplements, and over-the-counter drugs you take to make sure they&#39;re safe.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;But my suggestion is you don&#39;t need to waste your money on supplements if you stick with the anti-viral medicine and healthy lifestyle.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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