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9780971606722

The African-American Guide to Hepatitis C

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  • ISBN13:

    9780971606722

  • ISBN10:

    0971606722

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2005-04-15
  • Publisher: Hilton Pub
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Summary

Addressing the unique problems African Americans face in getting treatment for Hepatitis C this text explains the economic and social barriers to quality care and gives African Americans strategies for receiving the best possible treatment despite these impediments. The ways in which the disease attacks the liver are discussed, as are the most up-to-date treatments for Hepatitis C, including the use of Interferon, Pegasys, and Ribavin. Also included are tips for African Americans on how to best utilise health insurance during treatment and how to locate the best medical specialist.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments vii
Introduction How Killer Ray Overcame Hepatitis C 1(14)
A Silent Epidemic
15(26)
The Importance of a Healthy Liver
41(14)
Facing the Diagnosis
55(20)
Evaluating the Extent of the Disease
75(8)
Treatment Options and Side Effects
83(22)
The Liver Transplant
105(14)
Co-Infection of Hepatitis C with HIV
119(10)
Clinical Trials: Why More Infected African Americans Should Be Involved
129(6)
You're not Alone: Family and Support Groups
135(10)
Appendix A Blood Tests 145(8)
Appendix B Frequently Asked Questions 153(16)
Appendix C Study on the Use of Peginterferon 169(6)
Appendix D Resources 175(4)
Index 179

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