Progress in the knowledge of the natural history and treatment of hepatitis C has expanded tremendously since the discovery of the hepatitis C antibody in 1989. This viral disease is transmitted primarily in a parenteral manner, with previous recreational drug use and previous blood or blood product transfusion being the greatest risk factors. Diagnosis of hepatitis C is made by the detection of viral particles in the blood, and liver biopsy is essential to determine the extent of damage caused by this virus. Current therapies are based upon dual treatment with IFN and ribavirin. Recently, a new long- acting pegylated IFN has been approved for use as mono therapy in the United States, and any new agents are under development for the treatment of hepatitis C. The next decade hopefully will bring even greater advances in our knowledge of this common liver disease.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Hepatitis- Concluding Remarks
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I was diagnosed as HEPATITIS B carrier in 2013 with fibrosis of the
ReplyDeleteliver already present. I started on antiviral medications which
reduced the viral load initially. After a couple of years the virus
became resistant. I started on HEPATITIS B Herbal treatment from
ULTIMATE LIFE CLINIC (www.ultimatelifeclinic.com) in March, 2020. Their
treatment totally reversed the virus. I did another blood test after
the 6 months long treatment and tested negative to the virus. Amazing
treatment! This treatment is a breakthrough for all HBV carriers