Sex and Hep How to Be Smart

Sex and Hepatitis: How to Be Smart

Hepatitis is a serious liver infection that can be caused by several different viruses. Hepatitis A, B, and C are the most common types of hepatitis. Hepatitis A and B are spread through contact with infected blood or bodily fluids, while hepatitis C is spread through contact with infected blood.

People who are at high risk for hepatitis include people who:

Have unprotected sex with multiple partners

Share needles or other drug paraphernalia

Get tattoos or piercings with unsterilized equipment

Travel to countries where hepatitis is common

If you are at high risk for hepatitis, it is important to get tested regularly and talk to your doctor about ways to protect yourself.

Here are some tips for preventing hepatitis:

Get vaccinated against hepatitis A and B.

Use condoms during sex.

Do not share needles or other drug paraphernalia.

Get tattoos and piercings only with sterilized equipment.

Avoid contact with blood or bodily fluids of people who are infected with hepatitis.

If you think you may have hepatitis, it is important to see your doctor right away. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent serious liver damage.

Hepatitis is a serious infection, but it can be prevented. By following these tips, you can help protect yourself from hepatitis and keep your liver healthy.

Additional tips:

If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk to your doctor about getting tested for hepatitis.

If you have hepatitis, talk to your doctor about ways to protect your partner from infection.

There are several effective treatments for hepatitis. If you are diagnosed with hepatitis, it is important to follow your doctor's treatment plan.

With proper treatment, most people with hepatitis can live long, healthy lives.