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  • Hepatitis CAlso known as: hep C, HCVContent medically reviewed byDr. Karthikeya T MMD, Internal MedicineView full profile onLinkedInCommon symptomsSpecialists to consultKnown causesHow is this diagnosed?A viral infection that causes inflammation of liver that leads to liver inflammation.Common (More than 200,000 cases per year in US)Treatable by a medical professionalOften requires lab test or imagingCan last several months or yearsTransmitted through blood contactSource: Focus Medica . For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Learn moreWas this helpful?See more
  • People also askIs hepatitis C a disease?Hepatitis C is a disease caused by a virus. Hepatitis C virus is one of many different viruses that can infect the liver. It lives in liver tissue and blood and can cause severe scarring and damage to the liver. This can have long-lasting health effects. About 80% of people infected with hepatitis C develop chronic (long-lasting) infection.Hepatitis C fact sheet - NSW Healthhealth.nsw.gov.auWhat does hepatitis C do to someone?

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