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If your doctor agrees that you are at risk and decides to test you for hepatitis C, there are certain things that are useful for you to know. Your mind may be full of many different thoughts under these circumstances, so here is a list of questions to help you get the information you need. 

Q   How soon can I get tested?
Q How and when will I receive my test results?
Q Will someone explain my results to me?
Q Is one test enough to confirm whether I have a hepatitis C infection?
Q Do I need to do anything differently before I get my results?
Q Where can I get more information whilst waiting for my results?
Q Is there anybody I can talk to whilst waiting for my results?
Q Do I need to tell anyone I’m being tested?
Q Should I bring anyone with me when I get tested or when I get my results?

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Questions you can ask your specialist

If you have been diagnosed with hepatitis C, you are likely to have many questions of your own. Here are some questions that you may wish to ask or tick off during your appointment.  

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Has my diagnosis been confirmed?
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What is my hepatitis C genotype and what does that mean?
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What is my viral load and what does the result mean?
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Have the tests carried out so far shown whether my liver is already damaged?
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Do I need more tests?
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Do I need a biopsy?
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Are there any other possible options we should discuss?
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What are my chances of success with treatment?
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What kind of side effects should I expect from treatment?
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How long will my treatment take if required?
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What are the options if I do not respond to treatment?
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How soon will I know if I am responding to treatment or not?
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Do I need to change my diet and/or lifestyle?
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Who do I need to tell I have hepatitis C?
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Questions you can ask your local hepatitis C unit

Here are some questions to help you gather the information you need to find the best support system available.

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Who should be my first point of contact if I have any more questions?
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Is it possible to talk to other people with hepatitis C?
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Are there any local support groups for hepatitis C?
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I'm not very happy or enthusiastic. Who can I talk to?
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Is there anyone my friends and family can talk to?
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Are there any local organisations that can give me advice about how hepatitis C will affect my work and finances?
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