Hepatitis C is not always easy to recognize as it might be asymptomatic in the early stages. Also, chronic hepatitis C is even more challenging to diagnose as compared to acute hepatitis C. So, being mindful of the early warning signs of hepatitis C is extremely important to diagnose the disease at the earliest:

• Lack of appetite
  A lack of appetite or liking for any food can be a sign of hepatitis C. If one does not feel like eating their favorite foods, they must consult a doctor for further examination.
• Nausea and vomiting
  Constant nausea is another sign that indicates the early stage of hepatitis C, so one must consult a medical practitioner if they feel like not eating even when hungry and feel like throwing up whenever they eat. One should also watch out for signs of blood in vomit as it indicates internal bleeding.
• Body aches
  One of the early warning signs of hepatitis C that is often ignored is body aches. This symptom is common among most people, especially after a tiring day, but if one experiences the aches often and cannot explain them, it may be a result of liver inflammation.
• Bruising
  If one is experiencing easy bruising, it may indicate hepatitis C. The disease causes the liver to send blood into the spleen and onto the platelets, lowering one’s platelet cycling in the bloodstream and restricts blood clotting. This leads to bruising.
• Fatigue
  If one suddenly starts feeling unusually tired, it can indicate liver disease. And hepatitis C often causes insomnia as well, which adds to the fatigue. Sos, if one is experiencing unexplained fatigue and even sleep troubles, they should visit a doctor as soon as possible.
• Jaundice
  One of the prominent early warning signs of hepatitis C is yellow eyes and skin. Liver disease causes jaundice, which leads to the change in skin or eye color due to the increased amount of bile in the body.
• Dry skin
  If one has dry skin that does not seem to improve even after using a lotion or cream, it can indicate a possibility of hepatitis C. One should look out for any rashes that itch and spread, and visit a doctor if they develop this symptom.
• Ascites or a swollen belly
  If one is developing liver disease, their body starts gathering excess fluids in different parts of the body, and especially in the abdomen. This results in a swollen belly.

Ignoring these early warning signs of hepatitis C can lead to a more severe stage of liver disease, so one must visit a doctor for early diagnosis and undertake timely treatment if they experience any of these symptoms. Also, regular checkups can help facilitate early diagnosis.