I estimate I have had Hep-c for about 32yrs. is my estimate. I think and so does my Doc. I got it from tatoos. My first one was in what I call a circus wagon at a Fair. I think the guy that gave to me was as stoned as I was. A big difference from CLEAN that is stressed now. I have been married and have had partners with unprotected sex. All have tested negative. I believe as does my Dr. that to get it through unprotected sex, blood has to be involved. Which doesn't mean go out and have unprotected sex.I discovered I had it when I was sick 10yrs. ago. The Dr. figured he would draw blood. I was feeling tired all the time anyway. Still am