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I am anemic from hep c tx. shortness of breath, cold extremities. is this serious?
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It can be: Great advances have been made in the treatment of hepatitis c. Not so very long ago it was a life-long disease and now we can cure some folks. Patients being treated for hepatitis C can have a number of reactions to the medications and should be regularly seeing their doctors for close follow-up. If you are anemic, then your doc should be treating you for that before it becomes serious.
Answered 2/19/2015
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Yes: This could be a sign if severe anemia or some other complication. You should notify your treating physician immediately.
Answered 8/12/2015
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