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I have been told I have Hep C "antibodies"
by Flash186, Jul 22, 2009 07:07PM
I was told via a letter after giving blood that I had either HIV or Hep C. I quickly went for a check up! I was told by my doctor that I have the "antibodies for Hep C and B". I had already taken the Hep A vaccine (work requirement). He said that I showed no signs of liver problems or disease. I have no illness. He said that the virus may show up at some time in the future, but not to be overly concerned about it.
I injected cocaine many, many years ago, that is where I assume I was exposed. I have 2 grown children. I have been married for 20 years and recently divorced. My ex husband has been tested and is fine. My kids have not been specifically tested for Hep C. I am thinking of dating again. Can I infect someone? Should my girls be tested?
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I injected cocaine many, many years ago, that is where I assume I was exposed. I have 2 grown children. I have been married for 20 years and recently divorced. My ex husband has been tested and is fine. My kids have not been specifically tested for Hep C. I am thinking of dating again. Can I infect someone? Should my girls be tested?
This discussion is related to Girlfriend with Hepatitis C.
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You'll be fine dating, but not ignoring hep b & c. Hepatitis C is a terrible disease that can lead you all the way to liver failure with no symptoms whatsoever. Please go see a more specialized doctor like a gastroenterologist or better yet, a hepatologist (a gastroenterologist further specialized in liver disease). Only they can tell you if you are one of the lucky few who really has nothing to worry about. Since you have antibodies to both B & C, your case is worse, as you may be getting liver damage from both diseases. Please go sooner rather than later.