Hep C
Patient Education

How to Prepare for Your Hep C Doctor Visit

Having made your appointment with a healthcare provider, there are certain actions you can take to maximize the benefit of your doctor visit for hep C :

• Write down a list of all your symptoms, including any that may seem unrelated to hepatitis, when they started, and when they tend to occur.
• Make a list of all medications, vitamins and supplements that you're taking. Include the dosage you are taking of each.
• Write down key personal information, including prior illnesses; contact with people who have hepatitis C; regular contact with blood, blood products, or bodily fluids; blood transfusions; organ transplants; kidney dialysis; injectable drug use; tattoos; and acupuncture treatments.
• Be prepared to answer detailed questions about your sexual history and any sexually transmitted diseases.
• Be prepared to take an active role in managing your disease as patient education is the key. Hep C is a chronic disease that requires ongoing medical care and active participation by patients.