Hepatitis C Questions (Page 2)

Are the symptoms the same for hepatitis B and C?

What is a "Hepatitis C Genotype" and why is it important?

What type of Hepatitis C is Zepatier used to treat?

What types of hepatitis C (HCV) does Vosevi treat?

Harvoni - How long do the side effects take to wear off?

I completed my 12 week treatment just 3 days ago. But still have that insomnia and fatigue. I figure that the insomnia is adding to the fatigue and also really don't expect them to go away in just 3 days. But would be nice to know if there is a predicted time when the side effects should wear... read more

What are the effects of alcohol when taking Harvoni?

I've completed my Epclusa Tx. I was feeling great, but I'm having depression and flu like symptoms?

... after being off for 5 days. Is there any known withdrawal? Or, is it possible that since I was on an antiviral for 12 weeks that I'm more susceptible to catching the flu or other viruses? I'm also "moody" and lethargic. I'm so grateful I was clear of the Hepatitis after... read more

Does Harvoni cause hair loss?

I'm on a 12 week treatment plan design to rid my blood of the HCV using the drug Harvoni. Does Harvoni cause hair loss? Has anyone experienced any hair loss while on Harvoni?

Aggressive form of cancer post Harvoni treatment?

I finished 234 weeks of Harvoni and was considered cured December 2015. By August 2016 I was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. I had a mammogram in 2015 and all of a sudden I have stage four cancer with prognosis of two years to live. Has anyone else developed aggressive form of cancer after... read more

Has anyone else had hair loss with Epclusa?

My hair was very thick. I have been losing hair by the handfuls. Dr. said it is not a common side effect but I only have 7 weeks to go on Epclusa. I just hope I have enough hair to last that long.

Does anyone understand the symbols F-1, F2, F3 or F4, as it relates to Hepatitis C and or Cirrhosis?

... Does it mean that F4 is worse? Or does it go as far as F-6? And, if not is F4 the end stage of liver cirrhosis and therefore untreatable? And, does anyone know how this all fits in with being the hep c genotype of 1a or 1b? I know that Harvoni favors 1a patients for using the drug, which I am... read more

My mother has cirrhosis of the liver and has been given 90 days, I just want to know what to expect?

Hi, my name is Samantha. I have 2 daughters ages 5, & 3. My mom was diagnosed with Hepatitis C since before I was born (I believe) & struggled with a drug & drinking problem before as well. She eventually stopped the drug abuse, but continued her drinking til sometime between Jan... read more

Has anyone experienced weight gain while on Epclusa?

I'm headed in to week 3 of my treatment of Hep C. So far so good, but I have gained roughly 12 pounds, it came on fast. I'm going to watch my food intake better and also watch what I eat.

Long term side effects of drug Epclusa?

I would like to know if anyone is experiencing long term side effects. I was told I had Hep C and it was a shock. I have never engaged in any of the risk activities, never had a blood transfusion, never stuck a needle in myself etc etc. I took Epclusa 2 years ago and had mild side effects. I was... read more

Is there an anti-depressant that doesn't raise blood pressure?

I'm starting Pegasys/Copegus treatment on the 22nd (Feb) for Hep C. It is necessary as I understand that I be on a anti-depressant during this treatment. My blood pressure is normally 110/60 and the Citalopram that I took for about 3 weeks raised it up to 140/70. The treatment meds are also... read more