Symptoms of Hepatitis C Infection Most people with Hepatitis C do not exhibit symptoms. However, some individuals may experience symptoms ranging from mild to severe, including: Flu-like symptoms. Discomfort in the abdominal area. Loss of appetite. Nausea. Vomiting....

When Should You Get Tested for Hepatitis C? You should consider getting tested for Hepatitis C in the following situations: If you have been exposed to needle-stick injuries while handling patients. If you have had contact with someone who has Hepatitis C. If you have...

What Does Testing Positive for Hepatitis C Antibodies Mean? If you test positive for Hepatitis C antibodies, it does not conclusively mean that you are currently infected with Hepatitis C. The presence of antibodies may have various interpretations, and further tests...

Can Hepatitis C Spread Within a Family? Hepatitis C can be transmitted among family members in the following situations: Using scissors, nail clippers, or razors for more than one person. Sharing toothbrushes with family members. Reusing syringes, including insulin...

Can Hepatitis C Spread in Hospitals? There are certain surgical procedures and medical practices that may lack adequate infection control measures, which can contribute to the transmission of Hepatitis C, such as: Dental extractions and treatments. Administering...

Complications of Hepatitis C In approximately 15% of cases, the body may clear the Hepatitis C virus on its own. However, in 70-85% of patients, the infection progresses from acute to chronic. Chronic Hepatitis C, like acute Hepatitis C, is often asymptomatic....

How to Prevent Hepatitis C Following these preventive measures can significantly protect you from contracting Hepatitis C: Ensure that surgical tools are sterilized properly when used by dentists or during surgeries. Only use blood transfusion services from recognized...

Can a Person Recovered from Hepatitis C Transmit the Infection? If there is someone in your family or acquaintances who was previously infected with Hepatitis C, completed treatment, and tested negative for the virus with a PCR test after treatment, they do not...

Cultural Practices Contributing to Hepatitis C Transmission Some alternative medicine practices and traditional customs contribute to the transmission of Hepatitis C due to their lack of basic hygiene and sterilization measures, such as: Circumcision procedures...

معرفة سبل الوقاية التالية من فيروس سى واتباعها تحمى من الإصابة بصورة كبيرة:   1- تأكد من تعقيم الأدوات الجراحية عند أطباء الأسنان والجراحة.   2- لا تتعامل مع خدمات نقل الدم سوى من خلال بنوك الدم المعترف بها والمعتمدة من قبل وزارة الصحة.   3- تجنب استخدام السرنجات أكثر...