Hepatitis C Specialist in Mumbai – Dr. Chetan Kalal, Hepatologist

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Hepatitis C is a viral infection that affects the liver and can lead to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and liver failure if untreated. Unlike many liver conditions, hepatitis C is now curable with modern antiviral therapy, making early diagnosis and specialist care extremely important.

Dr. Chetan Kalal, hepatologist in Mumbai, provides evaluation and treatment for hepatitis C infection, including viral load assessment, liver fibrosis staging, and antiviral therapy planning. Patients consult him for accurate diagnosis and complete management aimed at curing the infection and preventing long-term liver damage.

🔍 WHAT IS HEPATITIS C?

Hepatitis C is caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV), which primarily spreads through infected blood.

Common causes of transmission:

• Blood transfusion (especially before screening practices improved)

• Use of contaminated needles or syringes

• Unsafe medical or dental procedures

• Sharing razors or personal items with blood exposure

Unlike hepatitis B, hepatitis C is not commonly spread through casual contact.

⚠️ SYMPTOMS OF HEPATITIS C

Most patients have no symptoms for years.

When symptoms appear, they may include:

• Fatigue

• Weakness

• Loss of appetite

• Nausea

• Mild abdominal discomfort

• Jaundice (in advanced stages)

👉 Many patients are diagnosed only through routine blood tests.

🧪 DIAGNOSIS OF HEPATITIS C

Evaluation includes:

• Anti-HCV antibody test

• HCV RNA viral load (confirmation test)

• Liver Function Tests (LFT)

• Genotype testing (in selected cases)

• FibroScan (to assess liver fibrosis)

• Ultrasound abdomen

👉 The goal is to confirm infection and assess liver damage.

💊 HEPATITIS C TREATMENT IN MUMBAI

Hepatitis C is now curable in most patients with oral antiviral medications.

Treatment includes:

• Direct-acting antiviral (DAA) therapy

• Treatment duration typically 8–12 weeks

• Minimal side effects in most patients

• High cure rates (over 95% in many cases)

👉 Early treatment prevents progression to cirrhosis.

🧠 WHAT IS THE CURE RATE?

• Modern antiviral therapy can completely eliminate the virus

• Cure is confirmed when HCV RNA becomes undetectable after treatment

• Early-stage patients respond best

⚠️ COMPLICATIONS IF NOT TREATED

Untreated hepatitis C can lead to:

• Liver fibrosis

• Cirrhosis

• Liver failure

• Increased risk of liver cancer

👉 Many complications are preventable with early treatment.

📊 WHO SHOULD GET TESTED?

You should consider hepatitis C testing if you:

• Have unexplained abnormal liver tests

• Received blood transfusion in the past

• Have history of injections or procedures in non-sterile settings

• Have symptoms of liver disease

• Have known exposure risk

👨‍⚕️ WHY CONSULT DR. CHETAN KALAL?

• DM Hepatology specialist

• Experience in treating hepatitis C with modern antiviral therapy

• Structured evaluation of liver fibrosis

• Personalized treatment plans

• Focus on complete viral clearance and long-term liver health

❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is hepatitis C curable?

Yes, most patients can be completely cured with antiviral treatment.

How long does treatment take?

Typically 8–12 weeks, depending on the case.

Is treatment safe?

Yes, modern medications are well tolerated with minimal side effects.

Can hepatitis C come back after treatment?

If cured, the same infection does not return, but reinfection is possible if exposed again.

Do I need a FibroScan?

Yes, it helps assess liver damage before starting treatment.

📍 CONSULTATION IN MUMBAI

Dr. Chetan Kalal provides consultation for hepatitis C treatment in Mumbai, including South Mumbai, Parel, Girgaon, and nearby areas.

📞 Call: +91 XXXXXXXX
📍 Location: Mumbai
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