The HCV virus is transmitted blood-to-blood (blood-borne) non-A/non-B formerly called hepatitis. HCV has six major genotypes (sub-types): 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3, 4, 5, and 6. Genotypes 1a and 1b, which are common in the U.S., is more difficult to treat. HCV enters the body through direct contact with blood.

The virus attacks the cells in the liver, where it multiplies (copied). HCV causes inflammation of the liver and kills liver cells. Up to 80-85% of people initially infected with HCV become chronically infected may mean, the infection does not clear up within six months. 

Most people with chronic HCV have no symptoms and lead normal lives. However, 10-25% of people with chronic HCV, the disease persists or progresses over 10-40 years, and can cause frumpy! liver damage, cirrhosis (scarring) and liver cancer. HCV is the leading reason for liver transplants in the U.S. Disease less Review Scam

There is no current vaccine or cure for HCV, but can eliminate the different treatment the virus and / or slow or stop the progression of the disease for some people.

FACTS ABOUT HCV

Estimates of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to four million Americans are infected with HCV. 

An estimated 8,000-10,000 Americans die each year due to complications related to HCV. This number is expected to triple in the next 10-20 years. HCV is the leading reason for liver transplants.

Individuals with HCV should avoid drinking alcohol and drug use just for leisure.Individuals with HCV should be vaccinated against hepatitis A and hepatitis B.

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