Aug 23, 2023 · Hepatitis C infection is caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). The infection spreads when blood that has the virus enters the bloodstream of a person who isn't affected. Around the world, hepatitis C infection exists in several forms, called genotypes.

Oct 31, 2024 · Hepatitis C is a liver infection that the hepatitis C virus (HCV) causes. It can lead to long-term infection and serious diseases like cirrhosis, liver cancer and liver failure. There are medications that cure hepatitis C and reduce the risk of serious complications.

Apr 9, 2024 · Hepatitis C is an inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis C virus. The virus can cause both acute and chronic hepatitis, ranging in severity from a mild illness to a serious, lifelong illness including liver cirrhosis and cancer.

Hepatitis C is an infectious disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV) that primarily affects the liver; [2] it is a type of viral hepatitis. [6] During the initial infection period, people often have mild or no symptoms. [ 1 ]

Jan 31, 2025 · Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). Many people with hepatitis C don't look or feel sick so might not know they have the virus. Left untreated, hepatitis C can lead to serious liver problems, like scarring and cancer.

Jan 31, 2025 · Hepatitis C is a disease of the liver caused by infection from the hepatitis C virus (HCV). The virus is primarily transmitted through exposure to infectious blood or body fluids that contain blood. HCV infection can lead to both acute and chronic liver disease.

Jan 31, 2025 · Hepatitis C is spread when someone comes into contact with blood from a person with HCV infection. The best way to prevent hepatitis C is by avoiding behaviors that can spread the virus. There is no vaccine for hepatitis C, but there are treatments that cure most people.

Aug 23, 2023 · The goal of treatment is to have no hepatitis C virus found in the body for at least 12 weeks after treatment ends. Some newer antiviral medicines, called direct-acting, have better outcomes, fewer side effects and shorter treatment times.

May 31, 2024 · Hepatitis C (HCV) is virus that causes liver inflammation. It usually spreads through contact with blood from someone who has HCV. It can be acute or chronic.

Mar 26, 2024 · Hepatitis C is an inflammation of the liver that develops after contracting the hepatitis C virus (HCV). HCV is bloodborne, which means you can only transmit or contract it through blood that...