Hepatitis C Quiz
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Learn more about Hepatitis C
Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is hepatitis C?
Hepatitis C is serious liver inflammation caused by hepatitis C virus infection. It spreads from person to person through contact with blood, through sharing needles, infected needles while tattooing, blood transfusions, etc.
Symptoms of hepatitis C
Skin Itching
Problems with liver function on the latest blood test
Easily fatigued
Right upper abdominal pain
Questions your doctor may ask to check for hepatitis C
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose hepatitis C
Do you have itchy skin?
Have you been diagnosed with liver abnormalities on the most recent blood test?
Do you get tired easily?
Do you have pain in the upper right area of your abdomen (stomach)?
Treatment for hepatitis C
Hepatitis C can be treated with antiviral medication and avoiding alcohol. In case of significant liver damage, liver transplant may be required. There is no vaccine available against Hepatitis C.
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Diseases related to Hepatitis C
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Reviewed By:
Aiko Yoshioka, MD (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Yoshioka graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine. He worked as a gastroenterologist at Saiseikai Niigata Hospital and Niigata University Medical & Dental Hospital before serving as the Deputy Chief of Gastroenterology at Tsubame Rosai Hospital and Nagaoka Red Cross Hospital. Dr. Yoshioka joined Saitama Saiseikai Kawaguchi General Hospital as Chief of Gastroenterology in April 2018.
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