Rohit Kumar Rohit Kumar Asked 6 months ago

Is hepatitis c sexually transmissible?

My friend mentioned that he got tested for sexually transmissible infections. Is hepatitis C one of those infections that can be transmitted through sexual contact?

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Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago
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Hey, don't stress too much, but yes, it *can* be. It's not the primary way it spreads, mostly through blood, but there's a risk with sexual contact too, especially if there's blood exchange. Better to be safe and clear!

Ramesh Kumar Ramesh Kumar Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Yes, it can be, though it's less common than through blood. Just as I manage my sugar carefully, it's important to be cautious about health risks. Consult a doctor for proper guidance and prevention.

Pooja Kulkarni Pooja Kulkarni Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Ho na, it can be. Mostly it's blood se, but sexual contact se bhi thoda risk hota hai, especially with rough sex ya multiple partners. So, always be careful, okay?

Anushka Das Anushka Das Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I totally get why you'd be concerned about this, it's an important question. Yes, Hepatitis C can be sexually transmitted, especially if there's any blood involved during sex. The risk is generally lower than for some other STIs, but it's present.

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Rohan Gupta Rohan Gupta Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yeah, bro, it can be sexually transmitted. It's not as common as blood contact, but like, you still gotta be careful. Safe sex practices are important for everything, not just this.

Sameer Khan Sameer Khan Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

My doctor informed me that Hepatitis C can indeed be sexually transmitted, though it's not the most common route. The risk increases with multiple partners, anal sex, or if HIV is also present. It's important to use barrier protection to reduce risk.

Shreya Jain Shreya Jain Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, it can be sexually transmissible. While it's mainly through blood, sexual contact does carry a risk, particularly if there are open sores or cuts. It's crucial to be cautious and seek medical advice for clarity and prevention strategies.

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