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Here's how you can stay healthy if you are living with hepatitis C:
- Eat a healthy diet, stay physically active, see a doctor on a regular basis, and ask if you could benefit from new and better treatments.
- Talk to your doctor before taking over-the-counter medicines and avoid alcohol because they can cause liver damage.
- Reduce the risk of transmission to others by not donating blood or sharing personal items that might come into contact with blood.
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Staying healthy if you have hepatitis C is very important in order to reduce risks associated with this disease. Following are tips to help you stay healthy and prevent further damage to your liver:
- Avoid alcohol.
- Avoid herbal treatments.
- Avoid medications such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (for example, ibuprofen and naproxen).
- Get the hepatitis A and B vaccines to protect your liver against other hepatitis-causing viruses.
- Maintain a healthy weight by following a healthy diet and getting regular exercise to help prevent fatty liver disease.
This content reflects information from various individuals and organizations and may offer alternative or opposing points of view. It should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. As always, you should consult with your healthcare provider about your specific health needs.
