When do hepatitis c symptoms appear?
A friend of mine was diagnosed with Hepatitis C and I'm a bit concerned. When do the symptoms usually start showing up after exposure? I want to be aware of what to look out for.
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5 months ago
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I totally get why you're asking this. It can be really worrying to think about. From what I understand, sometimes symptoms don't show up for years, even decades, which makes it tricky. That's why awareness is so important.
5 months ago
I don't know much about the exact timing, but a friend of mine was diagnosed quite late, and he had no idea for a long time. It was a shock for him, so I always tell people to get regular health check-ups if they're concerned about anything.
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5 months ago
It's tricky with Hepatitis C, as many people can be asymptomatic for a long time. When symptoms do appear, they can be quite general. It's always best to consult a doctor for proper diagnosis and guidance if you have any concerns. Self-diagnosis is never good.
5 months ago
Haan, it's true, sometimes it takes years for any signs to show. Regular checkups are really important.
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5 months ago
Listen, for many, symptoms don't come for a very long time, like 20-30 years also. That's why they call it a silent killer sometimes. If you're worried, just go for a test, don't wait for symptoms. Better safe than sorry, na?