Patient's question:
Discovered positive hepatitis C antibody in 2010, and the hepatitis C virus RNA quantification was 1.0E+003 for three consecutive quarters.Doctor's answer:
Hepatitis C does not have intergenerational transmission, you are already a mother. As long as there is no direct contact between you and the baby during breastfeeding, there will be no possibility of infection. However, it is necessary to conduct comprehensive viral testing on the baby before they turn one year old to confirm their health. It is also recommended that you undergo hepatitis C testing and treatment after weaning.As I have already explained, your hepatitis C antibody is positive, but the RNA of the hepatitis C virus is uncertain. After weaning, please go to a regular hospital for comprehensive tests including liver function, DNA, and hepatitis C virus RNA. It is best to also have an ultrasound, hepatitis C antibody testing, and liver pathology examination. The incubation period of hepatitis C is generally between 2 weeks and 6 months.