Two research groups report data that supports this finding. Again, no one was treated at the same time with anti-HVC medications. It is obvious that more research is needed in this area. Approximately 9 percent of all people with HIV have this co-infection. Hepatitis C is especially prevalent in hemophiliacs and intravenous drug users.
Many people are long-term carriers and can show no signs of disease of side effects for many years.
As people with HIV live longer with improved therapies, hepatitis C will most likely become an even greater concern in the next millennium. Also, protect your liver form further assault. Do not drink alcohol, as it is very toxic to the liver. Carefully monitor all medications for ones that affect the liver as well. Ask your provider or pharmacist about your non-prescription medications, because something as common as Tylenol can put strain on the liver.