What is hepatitis C?
Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus. This infection causes liver inflammation and can lead to liver damage.
What is the difference between chronic and acute hepatitis C?
Acute hepatitis C is a new infection, or an infection that someone has had for less than six months. A few people will naturally clear the virus, but most will end up developing chronic hepatitis C.
Chronic hepatitis C is an infection that someone has had for longer than six months.
How does one get hepatitis C?
The hepatitis C virus is spread through contact with contaminated blood. This includes:
- Receiving a transfusion of contaminated blood
- Sharing needles or syringes
- Receiving tattoos or piercings with unsterilized needles or ink
- Exposure to contaminated medical or dental equipment
- Sharing razors, scissors or toothbrushes with someone who is infected
How can hepatitis C be prevented?
The majority of new hepatitis C infections in many countries occur in people who inject drugs. Ceasing to inject drugs, not sharing or reusing syringes, needles and drug snorting material are important in preventing new infections. If getting a tattoo or piercing, seek a reputable shop and enquire about the sterilization techniques.
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