Can Hepititis C be transmitted through sex?

This topic is widely discussed, but the conclusion is not very clear. I would summarize that in a following way:

1) Transmission via sex is possible, but not very probable
2) The risk is higher in the case of the risky sex behaviour (i.e. anal sex, more partners e.t.c.)
3) Using the condom should substantially reduce the potential risk.

Petr

Thanks so much.

I have had unprotected sex with my husband for the last 25 years (I actually know the date of my infection due to transfusions) He was just tested for the virus - he was being tested to see if he matched to be my living donor. I am getting ready to have treatment and than a living donor transplant.

I would not recommend doing anything involving the remote possiblity of blood contact but, otherwise, my docs say go for it!

Thanks Richskeen, So the chances are low through sex? Because my fiance has has Hepititis C.

Can Hepititis C be transmitted through sex?


When it is transmitted, it probably transmitted from male to female, rather than the reverse. Viral load matters here. The higher the male viral load, the greater the chance of transmission. Age matters, too. The older the female, the more vulnerable to transmission. Behaviors matter. Anal sex is more of a risk that missionary sex. Sex toys may transmit the virus if they are shared with a positive person.

I hope this helps,

thanbey

I was always very careful not to have sex when I was menstrating, also.