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Can Hepatitis C Cause Warm Feeling And Red Cheeks?
i have recently been diagnosed with hepatitis c. I have noticed lately my cheeks get red and i kind of get a warm feeling on my face. I am 23 yrs old and most likely contracted the virus in the last year. Are these symptoms possibly related to the virus and should i be overly worried?
Mon, 28 Aug 2017
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Dr. Steven Maximus,
General Surgeon's Response
General Surgeon's Response
Hi there,
Its unlikely that hepatitis C would cause liver failure that quickly. I wouldn't be overly worried. I'd make sure you have your liver enzymes checked regularly (every 6 months). You should also make sure you get a liver ultrasound, and an alphafetoprotein (AFP) level, every 6 months as you are at increased risk for liver cancer.
I hope this answers your questions. Please feel free to contact me should you have any further questions.
Its unlikely that hepatitis C would cause liver failure that quickly. I wouldn't be overly worried. I'd make sure you have your liver enzymes checked regularly (every 6 months). You should also make sure you get a liver ultrasound, and an alphafetoprotein (AFP) level, every 6 months as you are at increased risk for liver cancer.
I hope this answers your questions. Please feel free to contact me should you have any further questions.
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