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dukenukem66:
Hello all,
I was diagnosed with hep c on June 10th. I have my 1st appointment with a specialist scheduled for July 8th. I am seeing a Hematologist. I haven't read anything about a Hematologist treating Hep C.
Has anyone else here had a Hematologist manage their Hep C infection?
Lynn K:
Are you sure your not seeing a hepatologist?
Hemo refers to blood while hepa refers to the liver so a hepatologist is a liver specialist.
If your general practitioner is familiar with treating hep c you could see them if your case isn’t complicated. Other options would be an infectious disease specialist or a gastroenterologist (specializes in all things gut related)
Best of luck with treatment
dukenukem66:
Thanks for replying.
I am definitely have my first treatment appointment with a hematologist. I will call his office tomorrow to make sure that the appointment wasn't made in error.
Lynn K:
Different, but any doctor familiar with treating hep c can follow you. Do you have a low platelet count?