Written by three eminent health experts and geared particularly to the Latino community, this book is a complete sourcebook on Hepatitis C- a disease of the liver that, if treated early, can be cured or controlled, but if ignored, is often incurable. Authoritative, compassionate, and easy to understand, this book begins with a description of the liver and its functions, then goes on to detail the facts about Hepatitis C, its causes, and its symptoms. Step-by-step information on what diagnostic tests can be expected at a health care facility, in-depth explanations of the latest treatment options such as the new combination Interferon– Ribavirin treatments, and comprehensive facts on liver transplants complete the book's discussion of both diagnosis and treatment.