The Symptoms Of Hepatitis C

Hepatitis A, B and C might not be something new to you anymore. These are all basically diseases where virus infections cause the liver to swell. There will be excessive abdominal pain. The upper abdomen will get the brunt of the pain, particularly on the right side. You will be able to spy the swelling because of the amount of fluid that has accumulated in the abdomen. They call this development ascite formation. You will also notice some changes in stool formation. Gone is the normal color. In its place is a clay-colored stool. Many cases of Hepatitis C start out with this symptom. You should immediately consult a doctor once you notice this symptom so you can undergo other tests. 
Many people will pass out dark colored urine. This is deemed to be one of the most telltale symptoms of Hepatitis C. The person affected will also feel frequently tired and dizzy. Itching is also associated with Hepatitis C infection. They will also have jaundice. It doesn't matter how good the food is because you wouldn't have much interest in eating them. You will find that you are eating less. A side effect would be some vomiting and also nausea. The skin will noticeable turn a tinge of yellow in many cases. At least one person out of ten will show this symptom. 
What are the major treatment measures for Hepatitis c infection? Treatment measures are designed in such a way, that liver cirrhosis is reduced. The most widely used drug for Hepatitis c infection includes a combination drug. Often, they use Ribavirin combined with Pegylated Interferon alfa. Sometimes the Pegylated Interferon alfa will be prescribed to be taken weekly. Other drugs like Telaprevir and Boceprevir are most prescribed for those with genotype 1 infections. This treatment will last for quite a lengthy period. It could last up to 48 weeks, even. But this can be shortened to 24 weeks in some cases. Ribavirin, on the other hand, must be taken twice daily. 
Conception is a big no-no when these treatments are going on. Consuming these tablets during pregnancy would heighten the risk of birth defects. Therefore you should take extra care not to get pregnant during the treatment period. Try to avoid getting pregnant for a period of at least 6 months. A liver transplant is performed in case of severe inflammation of the liver.