What is hepatitis C?
Hepatitis C is a viral disease that leads to inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis C virus transmitted primarily by contaminated blood and is often associated with transfusion and IV drug abuse. However, in some case the source of hepatitis C is unknown.
How do members experience hepatitis C?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with hepatitis C*
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
Common symptom
Fatigue
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Difficulty falling asleep
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Pain
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for hepatitis C*
Who has hepatitis C on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 1 | |
| 20s | 16 | |
| 30s | 85 | |
| 40s | 126 | |
| 50s | 168 | |
| 60s | 304 | |
| 70+ | 204 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 351 | |
| Female | 544 |