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Can CHRONIC hepatitis C kill you?
yes
What does unspecified chronic hepatitis mean?
Chronic Hepatitis develops when an individual contracts the disease for the long-term. Unspecified Chronic Hepatitis means that, an infected person has a Chronic Hepatitis, but the doctors don't know what kind it is, whether it be Hepatitis A, B, C, D ect.
Is hepatitis c lethal or non lethal?
Hepatitis CentralJuly 16, 2012Getting Real About Hepatitis C Prognosis Regardless of the rise in Hepatitis C cases and seemingly related deaths, the prognosis associated with this illness is largely determined by each individual's actions.By Nicole Cutler,L.Ac.Despite all of the progress made by the scientific community, there is no formuladefining lifespan with the Hepatitis C virus. We know that millions of people live with the chronic version of this disease, but the variables that determine who stays well, who gets sick and who dies from Hepatitis C are not fully understood. Before even assessing where someone stands with these variables, the overall prognosis of living with chronic Hepatitis C should brighten anyone's perspective on their potential longevity.Relevant StatisticsA blood-borne, viral infection of the liver, Hepatitis C can be acute or chronic. Those who only get acute Hepatitis C have an immune system able to completely destroy the virus. For those whose immune systems are not able to accomplish this feat, a potentially lifelong illness of chronic Hepatitis C could be in store. Ten relevant chronic Hepatitis C statistics are described below:1. Of those infected with Hepatitis C, about 85 percent end up with the chronic version of this viral illness.2. Hepatitis C is the most common blood-borne infection in the U.S.3. Worldwide, experts estimate that 300 million people have chronic Hepatitis C.4. In the U.S., approximately 4 million people have chronic Hepatitis C.5. Around 75 percent of Americans with chronic Hepatitis C are unaware of theircondition.6. One of every 33 baby boomers (those born between 1945 and 1965) are living with Hepatitis C infection.7. According to predictions by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, deaths due to Hepatitis C will double or triple in the next 15 to 20 years.8. Chronic liver disease is the 10th leading cause of death among adults in the U.S., causing approximately 25,000 deaths annually.9. About 40 percent of deaths from chronic liver disease can be attributed to 10. In the U.S., approximately 8,000 to 10,000 people die annually from chronic liver disease caused by Hepatitis C.Not So LethalThe 'death' statistics are certainly scary, but they don't portray an accurate Hepatitis C prognosis. The prevalence of chronic Hepatitis C in our society is staggering, especially considering three-quarters of those with the virus don't know they are infected. However, a careful review of the numbers of people with the virus compared to the number of people who die from the virus puts the lethality of this infection in perspective. In truth, many more people will die with chronic Hepatitis C than die from it. Two studies described below demonstrate this perspective:1. In a 2009 study published in the Journal of Viral Hepatology, Swiss researchers investigated the cause of death of those with Hepatitis C compared to the general population. After following 1,645 Hepatitis C-infected patients for an average of two years, they determined that:� as long as liver disease has not progressed to cirrhosis, those with Hepatitis C are not at any additional risk of death.� if alcohol is avoided, those with Hepatitis C are not at any additional risk of death.Based on this research, a diagnosis of Hepatitis C is more akin (parallel- like) to a warning to abstain from alcohol and make other lifestyle changes to prevent cirrhosis.2. In a 2011 study published in the Journal of Hepatology, Australian researchers analyzed specific causes of death among people with chronic Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C.Upon looking at the medical records of over 128,000 people, Scott Walter andcolleagues found that Hepatitis C is not as deadly as previously thought. They found that 72 percent of the deaths in people with Hepatitis C were from a drug overdose or suicide-not advanced liver disease.StabilizationThe stabilization of chronic Hepatitis C, as opposed to the escalation of liver disease, is the predominant determiner of an infected person's prognosis. Getting tested anddiagnosed is the single most important step towards Hepatitis C stabilization. Only upon being aware of one's Hepatitis C status can someone start to make choices that will help stabilize or cure their condition.Recent advancements in Hepatitis C drugs can lead to a cure in up to three-quarters of infected people. For those who are not candidates or are not successful in eliminating a chronic case of Hepatitis C through pharmaceuticals, there are many approaches that help prevent liver disease progression, such as:� Being completely abstinent from alcohol� Minimizing toxin exposure via inhalation, absorption and consumption� Eating a liver-friendly diet� Maintaining an ideal body weight� Getting regular physical activity� Using liver protective supplements like milk thistle� Avoiding cigarettes and drugs� Relieving stress on a regular basis� Seeking emotional support when necessaryThe lifespan prediction for those with chronic Hepatitis C will vary for each individual. Being diagnosed with Hepatitis C early, eliminating the virus with drug therapy, avoiding alcohol and drugs and making other liver-healthy lifestyle changes will undoubtedly lead to a better prognosis. Having chronic Hepatitis C is not a death sentence, but a reminder that we are all mortal beings. It is a call-to-action, reminding those infected totake charge of their health - and create their own prognosis.
Why is it that some people do not need treatment for hepatitis c?
You will only need treatment for Hepatitis C is when it is chronic. If you have hepatitis C and it's not chronic you just need need to watch yourself, but no actual legit treatment will be necessary unless told by your doctor.
What conditions cause cirrhosis?
Chronic liver infections, such as hepatitis B and particularly hepatitis C, are commonly linked to cirrhosis.
What is hepatitits c?
The official definition for hepatitis C is " a form of viral hepatitis transmitted in infected blood, causing chronic liver disease. It was formerly called non-A, non-B hepatitis."
What is the prognosis for chronic back pain?
The prognosis for recovery from chronic pain depends on the underlying cause.
What is Hepatitis B?
Hepatitis B is one of the most common infectious viral diseases in the world, infecting approximately two billion people worldwide. It is a virus that infects the liver. Hepatitis B infections are either acute or chronic. Acute hepatitis B can last from a few weeks to a few months. Most people with acute infection will fully recover and not have any lasting health problems. Chronic Hepatitis B is more serious. A person with chronic hepatitis B may have the disease for life. Chronic hepatitis B can lead to more serious liver disease, including liver cancer.
Can you get SSI for having hepatitis c?
If you have been diagnosed with hepatitis C and chronic liver disease, you may qualify for Social Security disability benefits under the official listing for liver disease. If not, you may be able to show that the symptoms of hepatitis C reduce your capacity to work.
What is the most common bloodborne infection in the US?
The most common blood borne illness in the United States is the Hepatitis C virus. About 3.2 million people are chronically infected.
How does hepatitis c kill you?
Hepatitis C primarily leads to liver damage over many years, resulting in chronic liver disease. This can progress to cirrhosis, where healthy liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue, impairing liver function. Ultimately, liver failure can occur, which is life-threatening. Additionally, chronic hepatitis C increases the risk of liver cancer, further contributing to mortality.
Can you work in nys as a phlebotomist if you have hepatitis c?
Absolutely. Health care workers with HIV or hepatitis or other chronic bloodborne illness are not barred from work in NY or elsewhere in the US.
