US Medical Term · conditions
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Hepatitis C |
| Spanish (Español) | Hepatitis C |
| Chinese (中文) | 丙型肝炎 |
| Korean (한국어) | C형 간염 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Viêm gan C |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Hepatitis C |
| Portuguese (Português) | Hepatite C |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ตับอักเสบซี |
| Japanese (日本語) | C型肝炎 |
What it means
Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus spread primarily through contact with infected blood, often through sharing needles or syringes. Many people have no symptoms for decades while the virus silently damages the liver. Chronic hepatitis C can cause cirrhosis, liver failure, and liver cancer. There is no vaccine for hepatitis C, but highly effective oral antiviral treatments called direct-acting antivirals can cure most infections in eight to twelve weeks. The CDC recommends that all adults be screened for hepatitis C at least once. Early detection and treatment prevent serious liver disease and halt transmission.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I tested positive for hepatitis C and want to know if I can be cured.
Salí positivo para hepatitis C y quiero saber si puedo curarme.
How long is the treatment course for hepatitis C and what are the side effects?
¿Cuánto dura el tratamiento para la hepatitis C y cuáles son los efectos secundarios?
Do I need a liver biopsy before starting hepatitis C treatment?
¿Necesito una biopsia de hígado antes de iniciar el tratamiento para la hepatitis C?
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
B18 Chronic viral hepatitisRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026