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When a diagnosis of HCV is made, patients are encouraged to adhere to the following recommendations to guard against further damage to the liver:

• Get plenty of rest.
• Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
• Do not drink alcohol of any kind, including beer, wine, and hard liquor.
• Avoid medicines and substances that can harm the liver, for example, large doses of acetaminophen (Tylenol) and other acetaminophen-containing preparations.
• Eat a healthy diet (balanced with fruits and vegetables)
• Avoid prolonged, vigorous exercise until symptoms improve.

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