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Hepatitis C Can Get Worse over Time
Unless your body has fought off the hepatitis C infection on
its
own, which happens in about 15% of cases, treatment may be needed to
control
chronic hepatitis C. Sometimes, the treatment takes a long time to work,
and
sometimes it may not help. But because this disease can get worse over time,
it
is very important to seek proper treatment and care from your
doctor.
Goal of
Treatment. The goal of treatment for chronic hepatitis C is
to
eliminate the virus from your body early to prevent cirrhosis and
serious
end-stage liver disease. Once end-stage liver disease has set in, the
only
treatment is a liver transplant, which is estimated to cost more than
$300,000.
Early
Diagnosis
is Key. Early diagnosis -- and treatment -- are important.
While
there is no cure for chronic hepatitis C, a significant percentage of
people
who are treated improve.
You may want to watch our video "Getting Treated for Hepatitis
C".
You can turn to The Be In Charge® Program for a vast
amount of additional information and support as you manage your hepatitis
C
treatment. Sign up now for this
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