you and your partner remain healthy and safe.
If there are outstanding concerns (such as drug use or infidelity), it may be helpful to seek guidance from a counselor, sex therapist or couples therapist.
4. Seek necessary treatment
Hep C is treatable, and you and your partner can continue to have a fun, safe relationship together. Follow your doctor’s instructions and be sure to take the time you need to get treatment.
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5. Seek comfort through community
You’re never alone—there are plenty of others in similar positions as you who have come through the other side. Seeking comfort and guidance through patient forums or online communities can be a good reminder that you are not alone. Learning from others’ experiences and how they went through their treatment can help you feel supported and seen.
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6. Talk to a therapist or sex therapist
If you are struggling with substance use or infidelity, you may want to seek additional mental health resources.
Having Hep C does not necessarily mean you struggle with either—but if you have contracted the virus through these contexts, it could be a sign of a larger issue at hand. There is no shame in seeking the appropriate help, not only for your physical health but your mental health as well.
