
Can Hcv Be Transmitted Through Urine On Non Intact Skin?

Question: Can hcv be transmitted through urine on non intact skin?
Brief Answer:
Ne I risk of transmission.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
The hepatitis C can't be transmitted through urine to non intact skin.
It needs blood to blood contact to be transmitted and less through sexual intercourse.
I think you don't need to worry about urine to skin contact.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Ne I risk of transmission.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
The hepatitis C can't be transmitted through urine to non intact skin.
It needs blood to blood contact to be transmitted and less through sexual intercourse.
I think you don't need to worry about urine to skin contact.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Raju A.T

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