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No matter what the outcome of your treatment, do everything you can to
remain healthy and strong. Take care of your body, mind, and spirit, and
continue to take precautions that will help prevent spreading your disease
to
others.
- Keep using birth control for 6 months after your therapy is
finished. Women or female partners of male patients must not get pregnant
for 6
months after completing therapy.
- Abstain from alcohol, caffeine, tobacco, recreational
(illegal)
drugs, and any other toxic substances.
- Check with your doctor before taking any prescription or
over-the-counter medication, vitamins, or herbal
supplements.
- See your doctor regularly to monitor the health of your
liver.
- Tell your doctor if you experience any new or worsening
symptoms, including depression.
- Ask your doctor about others steps you can take to protect
yourself from further liver damage, such as immunization against hepatitis
A
and B.
- Drink plenty of fluids.
- Eat a nutritious, well-balanced diet.
- Get plenty of rest.
- Adopt a regular exercise program.
- Reduce stress by meditating or practicing other relaxation
techniques.
- Seek support from family, friends, the medical community,
and
special groups.
- Continue to learn all you can about your
disease.
- Get busy; stay positive!
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