HIV, Hepatitis C, And More: New York’s Amateur MMA Scene Is A Disaster
Hepatitis C is an infection caused by a virus that attacks the liver and leads to inflammation.
The virus is spread by contact with contaminated blood, for example, from sharing needles or from unsterile tattoo equipment.
Most people have no symptoms. Those who do develop symptoms may have fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, and yellowing of the eyes and skin.
Hepatitis C is treated with antiviral medications. In some people, newer medicines can eradicate the virus.
HIV, Hepatitis C, And More: New York’s Amateur MMA Scene Is a Disaster
“There have been many contestants who have been banned from regulated combative sport in New Jersey because of subdural hematoma, hepatitis C, HIV, detached retinas, and other medical concerns who have competed freely in amateur MMA and kickboxing in New York under the direct supervision of state-approved sanctioning bodies, or at shows without such direct supervision,” says Nick Lembo, chief counsel for the New Jersey State Athletic Control Board.
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