<human>: My husband was recently diagnosed with hepatitis c and is now experiencing symptoms such as jaundice and stomach cramps  Is this a sign of a more serious type of the disease?  He was a regular blood donor through the Red Cross and his blood was just tested positive for hepatitis within the last month or so.
<bot>: Dear Friend. Hi, I am Chat Doctor, I have read your query in detail, I understand your concern. Yes, this can be serious. Get the following investigations :1. Liver Function Test2. HBsAG3. CV RNA - Quantitative & Qualitative. Chronicity is the hallmark of hepatitis C, and so a treatment is always indicated. Get him treated with no second thought. Also, I would advise you to get yourself tested for Hepatitis C also, as it can be transmitted by sexual route. This is my personal opinion based on details available here.  If you want to discuss your issues further, you may please ask stay Healthy. Chat Doctor, MD