Hepatitis C Specialists in Telangana
Hepatitis C is a viral infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis C virus, which is transmitted primarily through contact with infected blood, most often th…
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can hepatitis C be cured?
Yes, modern direct-acting antiviral medications taken orally for eight to twelve weeks cure the large majority of hepatitis C infections with minimal side effects, a major advance from older treatments.
Is there a vaccine for hepatitis C?
No, unlike hepatitis B, there is currently no vaccine for hepatitis C, so prevention relies on avoiding exposure to infected blood, such as not sharing needles and ensuring medical equipment is properly sterilised.
Do I still need liver monitoring after being cured of hepatitis C?
Yes, if you already had significant liver scarring or cirrhosis before treatment, ongoing monitoring for liver cancer is still recommended even after the virus is successfully cleared.
How do people usually get hepatitis C?
The most common routes are sharing needles, receiving blood transfusions before screening became widespread, and using unsterilised medical or tattooing equipment, with sexual transmission being less common.
Should everyone get tested for hepatitis C?
Screening is particularly recommended for people with identifiable risk factors, such as a history of injection drug use or blood transfusion before screening was available, since the infection is often silent for years before causing symptoms; a doctor can advise on individual risk.