Most people (up to 80%) infected with the Hepatitis C virus do not have any symptoms in the beginning. When symptoms do occur, they usually happen within 6 to 7 weeks after exposure to the virus. But symptoms can start any time from 2 weeks post-infection up to 6 months. Early symptoms may include:Fever Abdominal pain Dark rine Fatigue Nausea/vomiting Loss of appetite Clay-colored bowel movements Joint pain Yellow color in the skin or eyes (jaundice)