Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). About 4 million people in the US are affected every year and more than 8,000 will die from it. Hepatitis C can lead to end-stage liver disease (liver failure) for which the only treatment is a liver transplant. However, hepatitis C can be treated with medicines in an earlier stage.
This section describes the impact of this disease, its outcome, and other things you might not know about hepatitis C.
Overview of Hepatitis C
People with hepatitis C can go undetected for years because hepatitis C often has no symptoms. Unfortunately, to make matters worse, you could be infecting others by spreading the virus.
How Hepatitis C Affects Your Body
Chronic hepatitis C can take a toll on your body if left untreated. Find out its effects and why you should consider treatment.
Avoiding Relapse
Effective hepatitis C treatment means getting rid of the virus
and staying rid of the virus. Click here to find out what relapse is and how
Myth vs Fact Quiz
Like many diseases, hepatitis C is surrounded by myths that can cause you to delay treatment. This short quiz will sharpen your understanding of hepatitis C and its treatment.
The Latest News
Although there is no cure for hepatitis C, much has been learned about the disease in the last 10 years. Find out what's currently being discussed regarding hepatitis C.
Pregnancy & Family Planning
Any hepatitis C therapy including those that include ribavirin can cause serious birth defects, or other harm to a fetus. Pregnancy and family planning are essential for hepatitis C patients or their partners who may become pregnant.
