E-book Category: Health
E-book Title: Your Complete Guide To Hepatitis C
Author: Phil Allard
Book Description: Have you or a loved one been recently diagnosed with Hepatitis C? If so, you probably already know that it targets the liver. What you may not know is that more than four million people around the world are victims of Hepatitis C. There are some serious considerations when you are diagnosed with Hepatitis C but there are also serious misconceptions. Did you know that it is an infection? To be accurate it is blood-borne virus, HCV. Hepatitis C is spread through contact with the blood of someone who is already infected. in fact, what makes this infectious disease so insidious is that treatment is often overlooked because the patient doe snot experience serious symptoms until well after the acute stage. Sadly, diagnosis usually does not occur until extensive liver damage has already occurred. This is why early detection is so vital. The bottom line here is that we all need to be aware of this condition. "Your Complete Guide to Hepatitis C" gives you the answers to the tough questions - even to the questions you don't know to ask, like some of these:
What is Hepatitis C? What causes Hepatitis C infection. What are the first symptoms of HCV infection? How can people get infected with HCV? What medical complications can Hepatitis C cause? Who can get Hepatitis C infection? Is there any vaccination for Hepatitis C? What are the treatment options for Hepatitis C? What are preventive measures for Hepatitis C infection? Can an HCV-infected Mother pass on line? Can Hepatitis C spread through sexual contact? Can an HCV-infected person donate blood? How is it spread? What about tattoos and piercings?
All About Women and Hepatitis C Do you know all about how Hepatitis C interacts with menstruation, pregnancy and contraception? There is an entire chapter devoted to just this topic. You need answers to these and the multitude of other questions if you are to be armed with the right ammunition when suspecting the blood-borne infection in yourself or a loved one. Early diagnosis is crucial! Waiting can be extremely serious and is not recommended. Each day that you delay causes more and more danger. Get it done and get it done now! "Your Complete Guide to Hepatitis C" is no replacement for medical advice and should not be construed as such. Rather, it is a valuable tool to arm yourself with important information regarding the diagnosis and treatment of this disorder. Remember, Hepatitis C is not a mental illness. Yes it is contagious. But good personal hygiene is a tool against the risk! Again, if you or a loved one suspects they have Hepatitis or are diagnosed with it, you need answers. "Your Complete Guide to Hepatitis C" is just what you need to become informed. Order your copy now and have your answers in minutes! About the Author
Phil AllardPhil Allard, a former journalist, was asked by a close friend to find information about hepatitis C when that person was diagnosed with it. Phil was surprised by the lack of knowledge and amount of hearsay that was circulating about the condition, its treatment and the prospects of anyone that had the disease. He was particularly alarmed when he heard the mis-information that many people accepted as fact with regard to supposed risks when mixing with people that had the condition. He's written this book to pass on what he has found out and hopes that it will help patients, their friends and families and also replace some of the hearsay with up-to-date information. TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Hepatitis C - An Overview
Detection of Hepatitis C
2. What is Hepatitis C?
Acute hepatitis
Chronic hepatitis
3. What are the Causes of Hepatitis C?
4. How is Hepatitis C Spread?
Body Piercing and Tattoos
Drug Injections
Dental exposure
5. Types of Hepatitis
Types of Hepatitis
6. What are the Signs and Symptoms of Hepatitis C?
Acute Stage of Hepatitis C
Chronic Stage of Hepatitis C
7. Is Hepatitis C a Serious Problem?
8. Risk Factors for Hepatitis C
Other Health Risks due to Hepatitis C
9. Who Gets Hepatitis C?
10. Hepatitis C in Children
Hepatitis C Education
11. Hepatitis C in Adults
Hepatitis C Treatment Options
12. Hepatitis C in Women
Acquisition of HCV
Menstruation
Pregnancy
Contraception Methods
13. How is Hepatitis C Diagnosed?
Diagnosis of Hepatitis C
Blood Test
Enzyme Immunoassay Test
HCV RNA Test
Recombinant Immunoblot Assay Test
Genotype Tests
Liver Biopsies
Other Tests
14. What to Expect During Hepatitis C Tests?
Conclusions from Different Hepatitis C Tests
Anti-HCV tests
HCV RIBA test
Viral Load or Quantitative HCV tests
Viral Genotype tests
Qualitative HCV Assays
Liver Biopsy
Blood Diagnostic Tests
15. Myths and Facts about Hepatitis C
16. Is Hepatitis C Curable?
17. How is Hepatitis C Treated?
Treatment for Hepatitis C
Treatment Duration
Side Effects
Treatment for Severe Liver Disease Patients
Limitations of Combination Therapy
Necessity for Emergency Help
Success of Combination Therapy Treatment
Other Treatment Options for Hepatitis C
18. Prognosis of Hepatitis C
19. Management of Hepatitis C
Start of Hepatitis C Infection
Possible Causes of Hepatitis C Infection
Treating and Managing Hepatitis C Infection Conditions
Hepatitis C Infection Awareness
20. Alternative Treatments for Hepatitis C
21. Will Hepatitis C Herbal Remedies Work for You?
22. How do I Prevent Hepatitis C?
23. Handling Your Emotions after Hepatitis C Diagnosis
24. Coping with Hepatitis C Related Stress
25. Simple Cures and Lifestyle Changes
1. Your Immune System
2. Your Food Will Decide Your Health
3. Your Stress Management
4. Take Care of Your Liver
5. Time is on Your Side
6. Your Thoughts Will Make You
7. Hand in Hand with Body and Mind
8. Information Helps Healing
9. Support Helps
10. Do Not Wait for a Magic Bullet
26. Your Diet for Hepatitis C
27. Nutrition and Exercise
Nutritious Food and Hepatitis C
Exercise and Hepatitis C
28. Hepatitis C - Frequently Asked Questions
What is hepatitis C?
What causes hepatitis C infection?
What are the first symptoms of HCV infection?
How can people get infected with HCV?
What are the main symptoms of hepatitis C?
What medical complications can Hepatitis C cause?
Who can get hepatitis C infection?
Is there any vaccination for Hepatitis C?
What are the treatment options for hepatitis C?
What are preventive measures for hepatitis C infection?
Can an HCV-infected mother pass on virus at childbirth?
Can hepatitis C spread through sexual contact?
Can an HCV-infected person donate blood? More... | 
