Patient's question:
Is the antibody for hepatitis C negative after treatment? I am a salesperson. I travel around and work hard to train. Sometimes, to make customers satisfied, I have to drink beer and smoke with them. Last month, I went to the hospital to donate blood for free. I found that my ALT level was 172, the virus count was 250,000, and the antibody for hepatitis C was positive. What kind of assistance do you need: Can the antibody for hepatitis C turn negative through treatment?Doctor's answer:
Hepatitis C is caused by infection with the hepatitis C virus. Currently, the hepatitis C virus can be completely cured with systematic treatment. Generally, after recovery, some people may test negative. However, it may take about a year for antibodies to turn negative, or it may take as long as two years for them to become positive. There are lifelong carriers, depending on the duration of infection. It is recommended not to worry, as long as the virus is treated and turns negative, regular follow-up tests are sufficient.