Hepatitis C
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Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by a virus that is transmitted mainly through contact with blood. It can go unnoticed for a long time and, in some cases, progress silently.
Possible manifestations: It often causes no symptoms in its early stages. When they appear, they may include fatigue, general malaise, or digestive discomfort; in advanced stages, changes such as yellowing of the skin may be noticed.
When to get evaluated? People with risk factors for blood exposure may benefit from an evaluation that allows them to learn their status.
Which specialist treats it? The infectious disease specialist and the gastroenterologist are responsible for evaluating and following it up, with support from the internist or the general practitioner for initial guidance. If you are concerned about a possible exposure, the advisable thing is to discuss it with a professional for an evaluation suited to your case.
Data on 683 doctors who treat hepatitis c
Which specialist treats hepatitis c?
Hepatitis C should be evaluated by a gastroenterologist, a liver disease specialist. An internist or infectious disease specialist can help with treatment, and a general surgeon may be involved if advanced liver complications develop. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in hepatitis c
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is hepatitis c?
Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by a virus that is transmitted mainly through contact with blood. It can go unnoticed for a long time and, in some cases, progress silently.
Which doctor treats hepatitis c?
Hepatitis C should be evaluated by a gastroenterologist, a liver disease specialist. An internist or infectious disease specialist can help with treatment, and a general surgeon may be involved if advanced liver complications develop. Find these specialists.