HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Can I Contract Hepatitis-C Infection From An Infected Person?

Hi, Iv'e just found out a lady that occasionally lives with my partner and I, is Hep C Positive, and she has failed to mention this to us. We share the same bathroom and living area. I also have a kitten that occasionally sleeps down stairs with her. I am now worried about my health and considering moving out. Is there a threat that the Kitten can transport the virus? Should I be worried and more careful? Should I confront her?
Mon, 16 May 2016
Report Abuse
Internal Medicine Specialist,  's  Response
Brief Answer:
There is low risk to receive Hepatitis C virus.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HCM. I understand your concern, but you should not be worried because hepatitis C infection can be transmitted only via blood or blood products. The Kitten can not be a way of transmission of the virus.
The only way of taking the infection from the lady who lives with you is by cutting or piercing yourself accidentally by a contaminated medical equipment of her.
Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications. Otherwise please close and rate the answer.
Kind Regards,
Dr. Juarda
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
Can I Contract Hepatitis-C Infection From An Infected Person?

Brief Answer: There is low risk to receive Hepatitis C virus. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thank you for using HCM. I understand your concern, but you should not be worried because hepatitis C infection can be transmitted only via blood or blood products. The Kitten can not be a way of transmission of the virus. The only way of taking the infection from the lady who lives with you is by cutting or piercing yourself accidentally by a contaminated medical equipment of her. Hope this is helpful. Let me know if you need more clarifications. Otherwise please close and rate the answer. Kind Regards, Dr. Juarda