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Hep C with Sickle cell Trait

Hep C with Sickle cell Trait

Has anyone out there been treated for Hep C with Sickle Cell Trait. I heard this is very risky, due to treatment for Hep C cause red blood cells to drop. I have hep c with sickle cell trait, and I'm concern being amemia already that doctor wants to start treatment stage 2-3.
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Wow, that could be rough.  Yes, the treatment for HCV causes a lot of people to develop hemolytic anemia from the ribavarin.  Many people require a rescue drug called Procrit (Epogyn) that stimulates red blood cell production.  I don't know if Procrit is indicated if you have sickle cell trait, or if there are any other extra issues that might arise for you.  You should consult a hep doctor and a hematologist about this.  Good luck.

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