Gender, Age and No. of Years Since Diagnosis
Liver Function (AST, ALT)
Perceived Immune Status and Somatic Symptoms
Depression, Anger, Mania and Anxiety and Personality Functioning
Psychosis, Memory and Repetitive Thoughts-Behaviors, Dissociation, Substance Abuse
Resilience and Social Support as Mediators
Gender, Resilience, Stage of Liver Fibrosis and Health Lifestyle Scores as Moderators
Coping and Future Orientation
Somatic Struggles and Health Management
Medication related Adjustment
Current Treatment Perspective
Emotional Turmoil, Stigma and Isolation
Emotional Struggles and Identity Shifts
Navigating Life and Social Transitions
Shift in Life Goals and Ambitions
Initial Diagnosis and Emotional Responses
Processing the Diagnosis and Seeking Support
Master Themes and Subthemes Hepatitis C
Navigating the Diagnostic Journey
Interpretation of Initial Symptoms
Encounters with Healthcare Professionals
Disease Experience, Knowledge and Adaptation
Physical Wellbeing and Symptom Management
Psychosocial Resonance and Emotional Landscape
Knowledge, Learning and Information Gaps
Confrontation of PsychoSocial Challenges
Isolation and Social Withdrawal
Social Stigma and Stigma Alleviation
Barriers to Treatment
Limited Health Infrastructure
Need for Improved Provider-Patient Communication
Personal Coping Strategies and Resilience
Resilience, Empowerment and Future Concerns
Narratives of Empowerment
Navigating Future Uncertainties
Anticipation of Health Challenges
Master Themes and Subthemes Hepatitis B