Managing Hepatitis C Treatment Side Effects in the Interferon Era
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As of 2015, the information in this video is outdated. We no longer use the medicines mentioned in this video. Interferon is no longer used, which accounted for the majority of serious side effects.
In this video, Lauren Thomas, RN, Nurse Practitioner with Liver Specialists of Texas, discusses the common side effects associated with Hepatitis C therapy. Topics included are anemia, infections, hair loss, skin complications, gastrointestinal side effects, scheduling of appointments, serious complications, the need for family support, bone marrow suppression, and mouth/dental complications. Liver Specialists of Texas, located in Houston, is one of the most experienced practices treating patients with hepatitis C and chronic liver disease.
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