What are the symptoms of acute hepatitis C?

People with acute hepatitis C usually do not have symptoms or early symptoms are mild. Symptoms that can occur include:

• nausea and vomiting
• loss of appetite
• abdominal pain, fluid buildup in the abdomen
• jaundice (yellow skin and eyes)
• fever
• dark urine, clay-colored stools
• fatigue
• itchiness

If you know you?ve been exposed to the hepatitis C virus, it's important to get tested. Early diagnosis of hepatitis C can help decrease the risk of severe damage to the liver.