Triple Therapy for Hepatitis C: Strategies and Coping Tips for the Caregiver
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Rating | : | 4.77 (780 Votes) |
Asin | : | B008FDF75C |
Format Type | : | |
Number of Pages | : | 537 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2015-12-24 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A book for caregivers of hepatitis C patients undergoing "triple therapy" with Incivek or Victrelis in combination with peginterferon and ribavirin. Practical and actionable strategies and tips to help patients complete the grueling therapy demanded to achieve sustained virologic response, the therapeutic goal. The strategies and coping techniques described in the book are based on the experience of the primary author while caring for her husband.
Mary Barrow said Caring With the Strength of a Lioness.. This book should be in the office of any doctor treating patients with Hepatitis C. Further, it should be read by anyone who is about to undertake the role of caregiving for someone undergoing long-term treatment for a life threatening illness. The insights and suggestions are practical and, just as importantly, they are made with love. It includes 'how-to' suggestions for talking to family and friends about a. Hep C Caregiver's Roadmap Gets You To The Finish Line Triple Therapy for Hepatitis C is a sensitive but thorough roadmap that is essential for anyone trying to make sure his or her loved one can make it through the grueling therapy needed for the new miracle Hep C drugs. It uncovers the land mines in dealing with children, employers, a fat-filled diet, and side effects like riba rage and depression. On the 6 month or 12 month marathon to a cure, this caregiver's . "Insightful, helpful, encouraging and practical guide for caregivers" according to cessa98. I absolutely agree with the other reviewer who said this book should be in doctor offices. But not just for doctors treating patients with Hepatitis C. This is a valuable, insightful book for caregivers period. Written from first-hand experience, the book offers a wealth of practical information including how to take care of yourself at the same time! Not only has Ms. Mills done her homework, she also took the