Top Questions on Treating Hepatitis C

Dr. S.K. TandonMD Consultant Pathologist, CCEBDM Diabetes, PGDS Sexology USA, CCMTD Thyroid, ACDMC Heart Disease, CCMH Hypertension, ECG, CCCS (Cardiology & Stroke), CCIGC (Geriatric Care)Sexologist

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Because bacteria in the mouth are often a trigger for saliva production, an excellent oral hygiene routine that includes regular brushing and flossing as well as mouthwash can help to reduce excessive .saliva .in addition ,drinking plenty of water throughout the day can also to help to reduce saliva production. Anxiety can cause issues that may lead to the feeling of needing to drool. 

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Purvesh AgrawalAssistant professor, Senior resident , MD - Internal Medicine, MBBSInternal Medicine Specialist

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I ll be able to help you with hcv infection. Regarding drug addiction please consult a psychiatrist. You need to get these investigations done - 1. Hcv rna type 2. Total hcv rna titre 3. Usg abdomen 4. Pt-inr 5. Lft 6. Cbc if you can msg me these reports, I ll be able to help you with medications for hcv infection. 

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Dr. Sajeev KumarM.B.B.S, C.S.C, D.C.HCardiologist

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You have very minute viral load which is not really infective to you. However, it can produce minute antibodies whcih is detected in ELISA and you are not infected any way by this positivity 

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Dr. Chandani BhadaniaBHMS, MD - HomeopathyHomeopath

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There are few herbs in ayurveda and homeopathy only that has action on liver and keeps liver healthy. Like kalmegh etc otherwise following regular lifestyle makes a huge difference. Follow the simple rules given by rujuta diwekar: 1. Don't take tea empty stomach. Eat something like a banana (if you are not diabetic) or any seasonal fruit or soaked almonds and a glass of water first thing in the morning 2. Don't overeat 3. Take your breakfast every day. Don't skip it. Breakfast should be like filling and nourishing at the same time. Eat only when you are hungry 4. Have midmeal snack options like nariyal paani, a handful of dry fruits, a handful of peanuts, seasonal fruit (eat whole fruit not juice) or homemade snacks are also fine 5. Finish your dinner at least 2 hours before going to sleep. Take simple food like rice n dal in dinner. 6. Avoid fast foods n fried foods 7. Take a lot of green vegetables n whole fruits, no readymade juices. 8. Drink lots of water 9. Everyday preferably sleep on same time 10. Maintain active life style. Be active throughout the day which will ensure you are able to sleep properly at night 11. You should join a gym for weight training or can do home workouts and yoga. 

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Dr. Sajeev KumarC.S.C, D.C.H, M.B.B.SGeneral Physician

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The hepatitis c (hcv) window period is typically 6 to 9 weeks from the moment the person became infected. During this time, a hepatitis c antibody test may bring up a negative result acute hepatitis b is diagnosed by detecting hbsag and igm core antibody, or core antibody alone, in the window period. Igm core antibodies are lost within 6 to 12 months of the onset of illness. 

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Dr. Lovkesh AnandMBBS, MD - Internal Medicine, DM - HepatologyGastroenterologist

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Is medicine se urine band usually nahi hota. Pet phulne ka karan dekhna hoga ki kahin pani to nahi agaya. Iske liye ek usg abdomen karwa sakte hai. Usi hisab se urine ke liye dawai di jayegi. 

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Dr. Sajeev KumarC.S.C, D.C.H, M.B.B.SCardiologist

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The active drug is active ingredient (in each 1 ml) pyrantel pamoate 144 mg/ml and ther is no issue in taking one dose if you have hepatitis which may be controlled y now. 

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Dr. Jayvirsinh ChauhanMD - Homeopathy, BHMSHomeopath

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Hello lybrate-user. First take liver function tests. And then consult for proper treatment. You can consult me at Lybrate for homoeopathic treatment. 

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Dr. Girish DaniMD - Obstetrtics & Gynaecology, FCPS, DGO, Diploma of the Faculty of Family Planning (DFFP)Gynaecologist

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there is chance of 5.8 to 10.8 % chance of Hep C in newborn. Couple decides whether to take this risk or not. 

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Dr. (Assi. Prof.) Chakshu MishraMD - Homeopathy ( Paediatric), C.S.D.(Mumbai), BHMS, CIHHomeopath

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It is a quantitative test of viral load. Has to co related clinically with the patient for proper suggestions. Please detail your complaints so that we can answer all the querries. 

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