How to Heal Hepatitis C Facial Hives
Hepatitis C is a liver disease spread by contact with Hepatitis-infected blood, sexual contact or from a mother to an unborn baby. Most people infected with Hepatitis C never show symptoms but some can include weight loss, fever, tiredness, dark urine, yellow discoloration of the eyes and skin (jaundice), loss of appetite, abdomen pain and nausea. Hepatitis C can lead to serious liver disease, Cirrhosis, liver cancer and in some cases may result in a liver transplant.
Hives from Hepatitis C are usually a side effect of the drugs that are used to treat the virus; Interferon and Ribavirin, which are typically prescribed and used in tandem.
Facial hives from Hepatitis C can be treated with a few easy steps.
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Things You'll Need
- Moisturizing soap
- Skin lotion
- Humidifier
- Hydrocortisone cream
- Oral medication
Instructions
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Wash your face with a moisturizing soap.
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Try skin lotions that are not too harsh and won't irritate the skin any further.
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A humidifier may help with dry and itchy skin and relieve the discomfort from the hives.
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Talk to your doctor about possible treatment options. He may recommend a hydrocortisone cream.
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If the hydrocortisone cream doesn't work, your doctor may prescribe an oral medication.
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Tips & Warnings
Other side effects of Hepatitis C treatment may include lack of sleep, fatigue, headaches, fever, muscle aches, loss of appetite, dry mouth, sore mouth and throat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hair loss, chest pain, shortness of breath and/or thyroid problems.
Always speak to your doctor about any treatment options.
