is time on my side

[mjb23]

Hi guys I'm 28 years old I found out I had hep c about 1 year ago 1 month ago I started getting pain on the right side of my abdomen I thought it was my liver and after an ultrasound my fears were real I have an enlarged liver now every night I lay awake stressing about it does anyone know how long it takes before cirrhosis starts or the scaring starts when I first found out I had the condition I had a fibro optic scan and everything was fine that was about 9 to 10 months ago I have geno 1a if that helps with your answer I'm actually really scared about it I don't want to die yet I know that sound a bit selfish but it was not self inflicted and I am young and there is heaps I have to experience and see thanks heaps judge not

[GrammyA]

STUPID COMPUTER  - should have said HEPATOLOGIST!!!

[GrammyA]

Do not be scared - be very pro-active!  Yes, you are young and most young people feel semi bullet proof.  However, there is absolutely NO gauge as to when your liver will become cirrhotic from the virus.  YOU MUST become very knowledgable about this disease and do lots of research.  Not everything you will read is the truth but the truth is always there if you keep reading.  If you drink then stop.. immediately.  If you cannot find a true hematologist then look for a Gastroenologist that has a strong background in Hep C.  NOT ALL doctors are created equal.  Stop the progressive damage that is guaranteed with the Hep C virus by getting rid of it as soon as possible.  These new drugs are incredible and an educated doctor will put you on the ones that will bring you SVR!!  This is not a death sentence for you just a reason to take care of yourself and become educated.
Blessings!

[Boobert]

Time is defintitely on your side. With all the new drugs coming out and the 2 that are already approved your HCV has no chance. Get a good Hep Doctor and you'll be fine.