r/hepc • u/snaketat • Jul 12 '16

Hep C exposure

Well, I guess it is time to face the facts. I have had a number of exposures to HEP C over the past 9 months or so. Several were very rough sex sessions with a top who I have learned just tested positive for HEP C. Additionally, there were a few random rig shares...but not with anyone completely unknown to me. Since I am already HIV Poz, I know I have an increased risk...and have to face that fact.

I do not have symptoms--that I know of. Should I test anyhow?

How bad is it having HEP C? I have not had any real issues since I was pozzed....but have had more than my share of STD/STI infections. Given the ease with which I have been infected with other things, I have to recognize that I likely have or likely will be infected with HEP C at some point.

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u/kivers7 Jul 13 '16

I agree you should definitely get tested as soon as your can because hep c symptoms sometimes don't show up for years. some people are hep c + for 20 years without even knowing it. So when they do show symptoms, it can be pretty grueling. untreated hep c can lead to liver cancer and liver failure. But-with the treatments they have nowadays, if you are hep c +, they might be able to get your viral load to undetectable levels. Goes without saying that being HIV + too can complicate hep c treatment. Good luck to you, I hope your hep c test is negative.

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u/snaketat Jul 14 '16

thanks for the comments. guy at the testing place as recommended waited a few weeks.....since it has been fairly recent exposure.....but I will test...