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How great is the risk of transmitting the hepatitis C virus sexually?

Several studies have suggested higher rates of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection among partners of HCV-infected patients than among people without infected partners. However, compared with other sexually transmitted diseases, HCV poses a very low risk of sexual transmission, which varies depending on the type of sexual relationship. Therefore, couples can decide whether to use barrier methods. It is important that the HCV-infected person inform his or her partner when making this decision, however. Those who engage in high-risk behavior, such as having multiple sexual partners, are advised to practice safe sex. For those who already practice safe sex because their sexual partner has HCV infection or other sexually transmitted diseases, screening for HCV may be reasonable but is not universally recommended.