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Sex and Hepatitis C

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Hepatitis C is another virus that you must worry about in a growing list of viruses like AIDS, hepatitis B, gonorrhea or chlamydia. It is not known for certain if you can transmit Hepatitis C through sexual intercourse. The Center for Disease Control reported under 10% of people are testing positive after having sex with an infected person. Using latex condoms is always recommended for every sexual encounter.

In fact, there is only a small percentage 5% of people who get Hepatitis C from living with someone with Hepatitis C.

There is a greater possibility to transmit HCV from sharing razors, toothbrushes and other grooming items like toe clippers and fingernail cutters which you might come into contact with infected blood.

Becoming infected with HCV requires a direct contact with the infected blood.

You cannot contract Hepatitis C from semen, saliva, breastmilk or vaginal secretions. It is not spread by casual contact, sneezing, hugging, coughing, sharing eating utensils or drinking glasses. HCV cannot be spread in food or water.

If you are a female who has Hepatitis C, it is recommended that you refrain from having sexual intercourse during your menstrual cycle. Any contact with the blood is discouraged.

You can still get a Hepatitis A and B vaccine even if you test positive for Hepatitis C.

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