Hep C Untreated Prognosis

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hiv/ hep-c

ive had hep c for 15 years and hiv for 5 my cd4 is 611 and undetectable and my alt is 104 or something which can kill me first or well i dont know but my appetite is very bad my depression is bad and my energy is bad what kind of diet is best for...

Response from Barbara McGovern, M.D.

Tufts University School of Medicine

It sounds like your HIV infection is in excellent control. I would also mention all the other medications you are taking to your HIV provider. Some herbal medications can cause liver injury so be careful to discuss any extra medications you take... Read more »

HepC Geno 2b has good chance of being cured?

Hello. I have chronic hepatitis C. I have probably had it for many years. My genotype is 2b, ALT... Read more »

Response from Maribel Rodriguez-Torres, M.D. »

Truvada/hepc

Yes, I am HIV and have hep C, first to sastify my mind as I've asked my doctor before,does... Read more »

Response from Keith Henry, M.D. »

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