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What is HCV ?

2018-04-10 17:03:44
What is hepatitis C virus? What kind of disease we get from this virus? Is it a dangerous problem to have it?
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It is viral disease that damages liver. There is no effective treatment, and no effective vaccination. Only prevention and precaution to prevent it's spread. It's a serious condition, causing liver cirrhosis, and requires constant follow-up with Gastroenterologist.

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