*I'm thinking about getting engaged and I haven't told my girlfriend about my hepatitis C yet*

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Dear Dr. Belisa: I'm thinking about getting engaged and I haven't told my girlfriend about my hepatitis C yet. It's in remission and undetectable. Should I tell her? Tony

Dear Tony:Yes! First research it thoroughly so that you become an expert on how it can affect you and her. Read every book and article you can get your hands on. I'm not kidding. It is key that you be calm and well-informed. If you plan on spending the rest of your lives together, it's inevitable you'll have to research and act on medical information that affects you and your significant other. It is imperative that you know all the facts and have them it on the tip of your tongue. Make this a test of how well you research, communicate and take care of you and her.

Dr. Belisa Vranich is a clinical psychologist and expert at the Gold's Gym Fitness Institute who specializes in health, fitness, relationships and more. Got a burning question you're too afraid to ask your friends? E-mail her at DailyNewsDoc@....

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