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   What is hepatitis C virus?

   • The hepatitis C virus ( HCV) is a small (55–65 nm in size), enveloped, positive-sense single-stranded RNA virus of the family Flaviviridae. The hepatitis C virus is the cause of hepatitis C and some cancers such as liver cancer ( hepatocellular carcinoma, abbreviated HCC) and lymphomas in humans.

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   Is hepatitis C a liver disease?

   • Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). Many people with hepatitis C don't look or feel sick so might not know they have the virus. Left untreated, hepatitis C can lead to serious liver problems, like scarring and cancer. Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by HCV.

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   Is hepatitis C a long-term infection?

   • Every long-term hepatitis C infection starts with what's called an acute phase. Acute hepatitis C usually isn't diagnosed because it rarely causes symptoms. When there are symptoms in this phase, they may include jaundice, fatigue, nausea, fever and muscle aches.

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   The hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a small (55–65 nm in size), enveloped, positive-sense single-stranded RNA virus of the family Flaviviridae. The hepatitis C virus is the cause of hepatitis C and some cancers such as liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma, abbreviated HCC) and lymphomas in humans.

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   Hepatitis C is an infectious disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV) that primarily affects the liver; it is a type of viral hepatitis. During the initial infection period, people often have mild or no symptoms. [1]

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   May 30, 2024 · Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). Many people with hepatitis C don't look or feel sick so might not know they have the virus. Left untreated, hepatitis C can lead to serious liver problems, like scarring and cancer.

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   Hepatitis C (originally "non-A non-B hepatitis") is caused by hepatitis C virus (HCV), an RNA virus of the family Flaviviridae. HCV can be transmitted through contact with blood (including through sexual contact if the two parties' blood is mixed) and can also cross the placenta .

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   Aug 23, 2023 · Hepatitis C is a viral infection that causes liver swelling, called inflammation. Hepatitis C can lead to serious liver damage. The hepatitis C virus (HCV) spreads through contact with blood that has the virus in it.

7. www.who.int › news-room › fact-sheetsHepatitis C - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Apr 9, 2024 · Learn about hepatitis C, a liver infection caused by a bloodborne virus that can be acute or chronic. Find out how it is transmitted, diagnosed, treated and prevented, and the global burden and impact of the disease.

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   Overview of hepatitis C, an infection that causes liver inflammation and damage. Early diagnosis and treatment of chronic hepatitis C can prevent liver damage.