Patient's question:
My father has had chronic hepatitis C for many years and has been taking medication intermittently, without much systematic treatment. As he has grown older, his health has gradually declined. We want to give him proper treatment. How should chronic hepatitis C be treated?Doctor's answer:
For hepatitis C, only interferon treatment is effective. First, check if there are any contraindications to interferon (such as thyroid function, antinuclear antibodies, renal function, blood routine). What is the extent of your low white blood cell count? Your platelet count is normal. If possible, check the genotype of hepatitis C virus, which can confirm how long the treatment needs to last. Additionally, during interferon treatment for hepatitis C, the patient's dietary condition and care are also very important. The patient must pay close attention to rest and engage in appropriate activity to avoid unnecessary harm.