The U.S. National Institutes of Health have made the following recommendations on who should receive antiviral treatment for hepatitis C.1
Treatment is recommended for people at the greatest risk of developing cirrhosis. These are people ages 18 and older who have:
Immediate treatment may not be needed for people who:
But treatment may help reduce viral loads in your body and prevent serious liver damage. Talk to your doctor about whether antiviral treatment is right for you.
Treatment is not recommended for people who:
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