Hepatitis C Support Group
Hepatitis C is a blood-borne viral disease which can cause liver inflammation, fibrosis, cirrhosis and liver cancer. The hepatitis C virus (HCV) is spread by blood-to-blood contact with an infected person's blood. Many people with HCV infection have no symptoms and are unaware of the need to seek treatment. Hepatitis C infects an estimated 150-200 million people worldwide.
is it possible to pass hepc to the baby ? can
breastmilk be a form of passing it ?
breastmilk be a form of passing it ?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
I had my youngest daughter 16 years ago. Myself,my husband and her are infected with the virus. My three older children are not. We believe I was infected when I gave birth 27 years ago to my twins. I suppose she was infected while I carried her. The dr's say most babies born to hep c moms fight off the disease on their own. Have them check when they are older. Ever need to talk let me know.
Congrates on your babies, best gives in the world
According to the CDC: "There is no evidence that breast-feeding spreads HCV. HCV-positive mothers should consider abstaining from breast-feeding if their nipples are cracked or bleeding."
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/diseases/hepatitis/c/faq.htm#2a
Dr. Jeremy