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Ask a DocQ & A by CategorySigns and SymptomsQ: I have hepatitis C and sometimes have low back pain. Can back pain be related to hepatitis C? There are many common causes of low back pain ranging in severity from simple overuse to degenerative diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis. In general, many of the possible causes of low back pain are very common - much more common than hepatitis C. Hepatitis C may be a contributing factor to joint pain. The joint pain experienced by people with hepatitis C is most commonly seen in the joints of the extremities (the arms and legs), less commonly in the back. Typically, the joint pain comes and goes, and "moves" from one joint to another. The exact cause of hepatitis C-related join pain is unclear, although it may be a symptom of a condition called cryoglobulinemia that sometimes complicates hepatitis C infection. Anyone with unexplained joint pain should discuss it with his/her doctor to determine the cause and develop an appropriate treatment plan. Many treatments are available to help alleviate joint pain. NOTE of CAUTION: It is very important to discuss the use of over-the-counter or prescription pain medications with your doctor before starting taking them. Only your doctor can evaluate the safety of specific medicines for your situation. Be safe: talk with your doctor before taking any medications, supplements, or other remedies. |
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Hepatitis C can show no symptoms until advanced liver damage develops. |
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