Hepatitis C: What You Should Know
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is the most common, chronic blood-borne infection in the United States, with nearly 4 million Americans (or 2% of the population) infected. The hepatitis C virus can result in a swelling of the liver known as hepatitis C. Hepatitis C is slightly more common among men than women, and while it affects people of all ages, it is most commonly found among those aged 20-39. Hepatitis C infects the liver, which removes waste products and worn-out cells from the blood. If untreated, hepatitis […]
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