Hepatitis C virus (HCV), the virus which causes hepatitis C, is spread primarily through blood-to-blood contact. This virus can be spread by contact with bodily fluids other than blood as well, such as semen and saliva, but it is less likely.
The risk of acquiring hepatitis C through sexual intercourse is increased for people who:
Others who are at risk include:
There are two forms of the hepatitis C infection: acute and chronic. The acute form of hepatitis C can go away on its own in some cases but most people who are infected develop chronic hepatitis C. This is a very serious disease, and one that is readily treatable with antiviral medication. Many people don’t know that they are infected, which can turn a curable illness into life-threatening liver failure. Identifying chronic hepatitis C infection and, if necessary, administering proper treatment is of the utmost importance.
Many people who are chronically infected will develop liver cancer or cirrhosis of the liver. Complications from hepatitis C can include liver damage, liver failure or even death. Hepatitis C is the leading reason for liver transplants in the United States.
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