Hep C
Patient Education

Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Hep C

From your initial diagnosis throughout your treatment and care, you will have questions about your condition. Presented in thie patient education guide is a list of questions to discuss with your doctor so you can make informed decisions about your Hep C condition and your care.

Question About My Diagnosis

• What causes hepatitis C infection?
• How is hepatitis C infection diagnosed?
• Does having hepatitis C put me at risk for other health problems?
• How did I become infected with hepatitis C?
• Do I need to tell former sex partners that I have hep C?

Questions About My Treatment

• What types of medication are used to treat hepatitis C? Are there side effects?
• Will I have to take medication every day even when I feel fine?
• Will I have to take medication for the rest of my life?
• Will insurance pay for all my medications and doctor visits?
• Will other medications I take interact with my hepatitis C medications?
• Will I need a liver transplant?

Questions About My Lifestyle & Family

• Does my family need to take precautions to avoid getting hepatitis C infection from me?
• Is it safe for me to have children? Will my children have hepatitis C?
• Do I need to inform friends, family, or coworkers about my hepatitis C infection?
• Do I need to change my diet, exercise habits, or daily activities because of my disease?
• Is there a support group for people with hep C?