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Conditions · Liver Disease
Hepatitis C & Cirrhosis Treatment in Denton, TX
Modern hepatitis C treatment can cure most patients. Dr. Amjad Awan also provides ongoing care and monitoring for people living with cirrhosis.
Understanding Hepatitis C
A Curable Liver Infection
Hepatitis C is a viral infection that causes inflammation of the liver. Many people have no symptoms for years, which is why testing matters. Without treatment, it can lead to scarring (fibrosis), cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Today’s oral antiviral medicines cure more than 95 percent of people in as little as 8 to 12 weeks, with few side effects.
- Hepatitis C testing and viral load evaluation
- Liver scarring assessment with elastography
- Oral antiviral treatment with high cure rates
- Ongoing monitoring for cirrhosis and liver cancer
Signs of Liver Disease
Symptoms of Advanced Liver Disease
Hepatitis C is often silent. These symptoms may appear once the liver is significantly scarred.
Fatigue
Ongoing tiredness and weakness.
Jaundice
Yellowing of the skin or eyes.
Abdominal Swelling
Fluid buildup called ascites.
Leg Swelling
Fluid in the ankles and legs.
Easy Bruising
The liver makes fewer clotting proteins.
Confusion
Toxins affecting the brain (hepatic encephalopathy).
Diagnosis & Treatment
Our Approach to Liver Care
From diagnosis to cure and long-term follow-up.
Testing
Blood tests confirm infection, measure the virus and check liver function.
Liver Assessment
Elastography or other tests measure the degree of scarring.
Treatment
Oral antiviral medicine is taken daily for 8 to 12 weeks in most cases.
Follow-Up
Testing confirms cure. People with cirrhosis need ongoing liver cancer screening.
Cirrhosis Care in Denton
Living with Cirrhosis
Cirrhosis is advanced scarring of the liver from long-term damage caused by hepatitis, fatty liver disease, alcohol or other conditions. Good care can slow progression and prevent complications.
Monitoring and Prevention
People with cirrhosis need regular blood tests, liver cancer screening with imaging about every six months, and screening for enlarged veins (varices) in the esophagus.
Who Should Be Tested for Hepatitis C?
Current U.S. recommendations advise that all adults be tested at least once, and that pregnant women be tested during each pregnancy. People with ongoing risk factors should be tested regularly.
Related Reading
Read about fatty liver disease, another common cause of liver scarring.
FAQ
Hepatitis C & Cirrhosis FAQs
Can hepatitis C be cured?
Yes. Modern oral antiviral medications cure more than 95 percent of people.
How is hepatitis C spread?
It spreads mainly through blood, such as shared needles. It is not spread by casual contact, hugging or sharing food.
Can cirrhosis be reversed?
Early scarring can sometimes improve when the cause is treated. Advanced cirrhosis usually cannot be reversed, but complications can often be prevented.
Do I need to see a specialist?
A gastroenterologist can assess liver scarring, guide treatment and provide long-term monitoring.
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