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Meaning of "hepatitis C" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF HEPATITIS C

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF HEPATITIS C

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Hepatitis C is a noun.
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WHAT DOES HEPATITIS C MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C is an infectious disease affecting primarily the liver, caused by the hepatitis C virus. The infection is often asymptomatic, but chronic infection can lead to scarring of the liver and ultimately to cirrhosis, which is generally apparent after many years. In some cases, those with cirrhosis will go on to develop liver failure, liver cancer, or life-threatening esophageal and gastric varices. HCV is spread primarily by blood-to-blood contact associated with intravenous drug use, poorly sterilized medical equipment, and transfusions. An estimated 150–200 million people worldwide are infected with hepatitis C. The existence of hepatitis C was suggested in the 1970s and proven in 1989. Hepatitis C infects only humans and chimpanzees. The virus persists in the liver in about 85% of those infected. This chronic infection can be treated with medication: the standard therapy is a combination of peginterferon and ribavirin, with either boceprevir or telaprevir added in some cases. Overall, 50–80% of people treated are cured. Those who develop cirrhosis or liver cancer may require a liver transplant.

Definition of hepatitis C in the English dictionary

The definition of hepatitis C in the dictionary is a form of hepatitis caused by a virus that is transmitted in the same ways as that responsible for hepatitis B Former name: non-A, non-B hepatitis.

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE HEPATITIS C

hepatic
hepatic portal vein
hepatica
hepaticological
hepaticologist
hepaticology
hepatisation
hepatite
hepatitis
hepatitis A
hepatitis B
hepatization
hepatize
hepatocellular
hepatocyte
hepatogenous
hepatologist
hepatology
hepatoma
hepatomegaly

WORDS THAT END LIKE HEPATITIS C

C in C
C of C
D and C
Generation C
high C
middle C
vitamin C

Synonyms and antonyms of hepatitis C in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «hepatitis C» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF HEPATITIS C

Find out the translation of hepatitis C to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of hepatitis C from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «hepatitis C» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

丙型肝炎
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

hepatitis C
570 millions of speakers

English

hepatitis C
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

हेपेटाइटिस सी
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

التهاب الكبد C
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

гепатит С
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

hepatite C
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

হেপাটাইটিস সি
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

l´hépatite C
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Hepatitis C
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Hepatitis C
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

C型肝炎
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

C 형 간염
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Hepatitis C
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

bệnh viêm gan C
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

ஹெபடைடிஸ் சி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

हिपॅटायटीस क
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Hepatit C
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

l´epatite C
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

HCV
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

гепатит С
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

hepatitei C
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

ηπατίτιδα C
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

hepatitis C
14 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Swedish

hepatitis C
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

hepatitt C
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of hepatitis C

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «HEPATITIS C»

The term «hepatitis C» is quite widely used and occupies the 34.013 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «HEPATITIS C» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about hepatitis C

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «HEPATITIS C»

Discover the use of hepatitis C in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to hepatitis C and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Hepatitis C Help Book: A Groundbreaking Treatment ...
Updated to incorporate the latest medical research, an authoritative guide to hepatitis C presents a wide array of conventional and alternative treatment options for this painful virus, including programs for self-care, nutritional and ...
Misha Ruth Cohen, 2007
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Hepatitis C, Cured
Humans have an in-born desire to continue living, even when facing incredible odds. The author used this desire to fuel his determination to beat Hepatitis C. Learn what he did, and how he did it.
Johnny Delirious, 2008
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Hepatitis C
The anticipated encore volume of the Biomedical Research Reports Series, Hepatitis C is the first book that offers comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of this "silent epidemic.
‎2000
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Hepatitis C Viruses: Genomes and Molecular Biology
Both the intensity and breadth of HCV research are growing at a remarkable pace and exciting new discoveries are becoming almost commonplace. This book discusses the most recent aspects of HCV infection, replication and molecular biology.
Seng-Lai Tan, 2006
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Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a practical, evidence-based handbook that provides a comprehensive overview of the disease. It is an ideal resource for clinicians directly involved in the care of patients with hepatitis C.
Donald Jensen, Nancy Reau, 2013
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Hepatitis C: Antiviral Drug Discovery and Development
The editors of this book have recruited experts from around the world to produce a timely and well-compiled review of current HCV research, with an emphasis on antiviral drug development.
Seng-Lai Tan, Yupeng He, 2011
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Conquering Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a serious viral illness that affects the liver.
Willis C. Maddrey, 2000
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Hepatitis C in Renal Disease, Hemodialysis, and Transplantation
A timely update on HCV infection and the kidney Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is a major health problem worldwide, with currently over 150 million HCV-infected people on the five continents.
J. M. Morales, Beatriz Domínguez-Gil, 2012
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Hepatitis C: A Lahey Clinic Guide
There are approximately 2.5 million cases of Hepatitis C in the United States and approximately 200 million worldwide. Whether you're a newly diagnosed patient, a friend or relative of someone with Hepatitis C, this book offers help.
Stephen Fabry, R. Anand Narasimhan, 2006
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Hepatitis C Virus: From Laboratory to Clinic
An integrated, multidisciplinary account of the virus, its biology and clinical manifestations.
Mark Feitelson, 2002

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «HEPATITIS C»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term hepatitis C is used in the context of the following news items.
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Infection, death rates for hepatitis C soar in Oregon - Washington …
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) - A new report shows that the number of hepatitis C infections in Oregon has climbed steadily since 2013, and death ... «Washington Times, Jul 15»
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Infection, death rates for hepatitis C soar in Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. — A new report shows that the number of hepatitis C infections in Oregon has climbed steadily since 2013, and death rates ... «Bradenton Herald, Jul 15»
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Hydrogels developed for controlled release of hepatitis C drug
We hope that our solution can improve the treatment and well-being of patients suffering from chronic diseases such as hepatitis C,” said IBN ... «Next Big Future, Jul 15»
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FINCHANNEL.com - Fight Against Hepatitis C Enters a New Phase
The FINANCIAL -- Georgia continues working on its Hepatitis C elimination program. Initial results of the program are already visible. As Vice ... «The FINANCIAL, Jul 15»
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Pricey successor overtakes $1,000-per-pill hepatitis C drug …
The new leading pill for hepatitis C is more expensive, and the number of patients seeking a cure has surged. Sovaldi, last year's wonder drug, ... «KOMO News, Jul 15»
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Hepatitis C Medications Found Cost-Effective by Panel
Credit: Gilead Sciences via AP A panel composed of physicians, health care workers and scientists have recommended that hepatitis C ... «Drug Discovery & Development, Jul 15»
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J&J sales knocked by hepatitis C, strong dollar - fastFT: Market …
A collapse in the US sales of its blockbuster hepatitis C drug, along with the strong dollar took the shine off Johnson & Johnson's second ... «Financial Times, Jul 15»
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Pricey successor overtakes $1,000-per-pill hepatitis C drug - Yahoo …
The fast-paced changes in hepatitis C treatment are being watched closely amid fears that breakthrough drugs could reignite the rise of U.S. ... «Yahoo News, Jul 15»
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Pharmalot.. Pharmalittle.. Good Morning: We're Catching up on …
Harovni has overtaken Sovaldi as the most widely prescribed hepatitis C treatment, writes the Associated Press. Both are sold by Gilead ... «Wall Street Journal, Jul 15»
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Are new hepatitis C drugs worth the money? A Boston doctor says yes
A doctor at Boston Medical Center appears to confirm what many proponents of the pharmaceutical industry have been arguing for the past ... «Boston Business Journal, Jul 15»

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