If you have Hep C ; TALK about it ! Educate people

Hepatitis C is a dangerous disease that can cause a number of health problems for those infected. The virus is different from hepatitis A and B because, with successful treatment, it can be cleared from the body. Clearing the virus reduces the danger it poses to your liver.

Getting treatment for hepatitis C takes a lot of commitment and learning what to expect is a good way to prepare. Start educating yourself today by viewing the information in the links below and talking to your doctor about treatment options.



What is the Liver ?

The liver is one of the largest, most important organs in your body. It is reddish brown, about the size of a football, and can weigh up to three pounds in an adult. It's on the right side of your abdomen (or belly) behind your lower ribs and has two main sections or lobes.
What does the liver do?

The liver breaks down and removes toxins from the things we eat, alcohol we drink and the medication we take. The liver helps us digest fatty foods and it also makes many chemicals our body can't live without. You need a healthy liver to have a healthy body. Here are a few things your liver does for you:

    * It helps clean your blood by getting rid of waste products, drugs (over the counter or street drugs), alcohol, and other toxins
    * It helps control some of your body’s hormones
    * It helps control most chemical levels in your blood
    * It produces bile, a yellow-green fluid that helps digest food. Bile also helps carry away liquid waste and solid waste
    * It makes proteins that help stop bleeding so injuries can heal
    * It helps remove bacteria from your bloodstream to fight infections
    * It stores vitamins, sugar, hormones, cholesterol and important minerals like iron, so they can be released into your bloodstream when you need them
    * Getting Ready for Treatment
    * Understanding Treatment Options
    * How to Have a Healthier Liver
    * What I Know About Hepatitis C Treatment