Acute Hepatitis C Infection

**Semantic type:** Disease or Syndrome

**Definition:** A new infection by the hepatitis C virus, which can be detected in blood. Signs and symptoms may include right upper quadrant abdominal pain, jaundice, dark urine, white stools and nausea. Approximately 15%-25% individuals clear the virus from their bodies without treatment. 75%-85% individuals develop chronic hepatitis C. There are possible treatments depending on individual characteristics.

**Synonyms:** - Acute Hepatitis C