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Causes and Symptoms of Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus. It is a viral infection that often leads to liver inflammation and liver damage. HCV is contagious, and an infected person can pass on the virus to others without knowing it.

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Causes and Symptoms of Hepatitis C

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  1. Causes and Symptoms of Hepatitis C

  2. Introduction

  3. Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus. It is a viral infection that often leads to liver inflammation and liver damage. HCV is contagious, and an infected person can pass on the virus to others without knowing it. A major issue with chronic hepatitis C is that it can lead to liver problems that may include liver failure, cirrhosis, or liver cancer. HCV infections can be chronic (long-lasting) or acute (short-term). Early detection can put off the chances of liver damage. However, if left untreated, HCV can get serious. Therefore, people should seek medical help to avoid severe liver issues on noticing the first signs of liver diseases. One can find the best hepatologist in Delhi at Gangaram Hospital and get consultation.

  4. Symptoms Often, people with HCV do not experience any symptoms. However, if they do, symptoms arise between 2 and 10 weeks after exposure. Mentioned below are a few symptoms of acute hepatitis C: • Fever • Abdominal pain • Fatigue • Nausea or vomiting • Loss of appetite • Joint pain • Dark urine

  5. Chronic hepatitis C – Symptoms: • Cirrhosis or liver scarring • Chronic liver disease • Liver cancer • Liver failure

  6. Causes of HCV • Sharing needles, injection or drugs • Getting a piercing or tattoo with unclean equipment • Getting stuck by infected needles • Sharing personal care items such as nail clippers, toothbrushes, and razor blades • Having unprotected sex

  7. Diagnosis and Tests Doctors will diagnose HCV using blood tests. However, people with chronic HCV can be asked to get some additional tests done, to check the liver and assess the severity of any existing condition.

  8. Conclusion It is important for people to consult a healthcare professional or Best hepatologist at Gangaram Hospital if they feel any symptoms.

  9. Contact US Address:- Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi-110060 Private OPD, Room No. F-92, 1st Floor Phone:011-25750000, 011-42254000 Mobile:- +91 9999507480 Email:- singlavikas1979@gmail.com

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