Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C Hepatitis C is a viral infection that affects the liver. It is caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV), which is transmitted through contact with infected blood. Hepatitis C can cause acute or chronic infection, with chronic infection being the more common outcome. Chronic hepatitis C can lead to liver damage, liver failure, and liver cancer. Acute hepatitis C often does not cause any symptoms, or may cause mild symptoms such as fever, fatigue, and loss of appetite. However, in some cases, acute hepatitis C can cause severe symptoms such as jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), abdominal pain, and dark urine. Chronic hepatitis C can lead to serious liver damage over time, including cirrhosis (scarring of the liver), liver failure, and liver cancer. However, many people with chronic hepatitis C may not have any symptoms for many years. Hepatitis C is typically diagnosed through blood tests that detect the presence of antibodies to the virus in the blood. If the test