Hepititus C

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Hepatitis C? Hepititus C is a common misspelling of hepatitis C.

Hepatitis C is a contagious viral disease caused by the hepatitis C virus. It causes inflammation of the liver and is transmitted through infected blood, such as from sharing needles for tattoos, body piercings, or drugs. Most people have chronic hepatitis C, which is when the body is not able to completely get rid of the virus and they end up having a long-term liver infection. While most people have no symptoms, some people may experience stomach pain, fatigue, and fever.

(Click Hepatitis C for a more in-depth look at hepatitis C and its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies. You can also click on the various links in the box to the right to access specific topics on hepatitis C.)