Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C is a viral infection that causes liver inflammation. The hepatitis C virus (HCV) spreads through contaminated blood. Most people with hepatitis C can now be cured with antiviral medication

2.4 million Americans
Severity: Severe
Chronic Condition
Contagious
Ask Health.AI about Hepatitis C
ON THIS PAGE
Table of Contents

At a Glance

What is it?
Hepatitis C is a viral infection that causes liver inflammation. The hepatitis C virus (HCV) spreads through contaminated blood. Most people with hepa
Who it affects
Baby boomers (born 1945-1965), IV drug users

Ask Health.AI about Hepatitis C

Get instant answers from our AI health assistant

Hi! I can help answer your questions about Hepatitis C. What would you like to know?

For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional.

Sources & References

  1. Mayo Clinic — mayoclinic.org
  2. National Institutes of Health (NIH) — nih.gov
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — cdc.gov
  4. MedlinePlus — medlineplus.gov
  5. World Health Organization (WHO) — who.int
Was this helpful?