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wslandry · wslandry

Hi everyoneI wanted to give some positive feedback for people that have Hep C and were blessed enough to respond to treatment. Im not sure if this is a new room but it doesnt matter if we are all here to receive love and support. My PCR and liver alts have been normal after doing combo treatment in 1999 an...

cloudguard · cloudguard

When does the itching stop, my last shot was March 18th last dose of ribavirin was March 24th. Its driving me crazy (crazier)

missycat · missycat

Im posting in post treatment! how bloody weird is that Aw missed you all so much! il be having a look though your posts later whn i got my littlen to bed. Im doing good.finished my tabs sunday night,such a weird feeling.and i thought id feel weird not doing my shot monday but i didnt,is a bit weird not takin...

kathy · kathy

I am very sorry if I offended anyone by saying this.My immune system has never been the same after the Tx.Mabey having hep c for so long has some unexpected friends and guests like,MSRA (staph infcection),Exema,among others.No one likes to think let alone talk about what its like to get sick and have n...

Gnome gardener · Gnome gardener

With only one shot to go I should be relieved and happy right now but for some reason I feel confused and SCARED... The meds kept the virus under control and my AST and ALT in the normal range...in a way that felt very safe although it was a tough ride. Everyone is so excited for me, they want to celebrate an...

Cinnamon Girl · Cinnamon Girl

I`m trying to maintain an increased level of activity but am in a lot of discomfort at night with cramps and muscle spasms. Mostly in my legs but also in my body. Am taking painkillers but still having frequent disturbed nights through it. Anyone else had/having this prob? Thanks, all the best to you a...

eh · eh

I am hep c genotype 1a with chirrosis. 55 Y.O. male and a non responder to peg-interferon/ribavarin treatment in 2002. I also had terrible side effects. The newest coctail is out now and my Dr. is excited, but she doesn't have to tolerate the drug. I am now following holistic treatments in San Francisc...

wilburfierce · wilburfierce

I did peg/rib 24 weeks 6 yrs ago but did not clear, (G-2). I seemed to feel like hell 6 months post tx. Am considering retreat w/added telaprevir. I'd like to hear from as many clear post tx'es as to how you feel 6 mos a year + out. I can't see going thru this again if I may never feel better. Please reply. hopel...

medusa · medusa

Just had my 6 month post tx appointment at the hospital on Thursday, and have been experiencing a resurgence of riba- rage since then, directed at my doctors. I was expecting the appointment to be nothing more than routine, as I am still free of the virus, and had been told that all my blood tests were nor...

dawnsdad · dawnsdad

i went through the pegassys treatment ,i did not work ,my doctor told me that there was a new treatment coming out within the next 8 months ,does anyone know what this is or is there any other hope for me ,,thank you all to those who respond

Aaron · Aaron

So my doc wanted me to go have a colonoscopy after treatment I went and had it done and now they think that I have chrons :/ I now have to go for more testing

jan · jan

1 year post tx and still UD. All side effects of tx are completely gone. Just got tennis elbow and that is probably totally unrelated. Considering, I think I had hep c for around 35 years, " the girl ain't done bad" :) Wishing everyone the same successful outcome. Jan x -- Edited by ja...

chowswife · chowswife

Takara's labs are in and she is Undetectable!

medusa · medusa

Hi to all my old friends and all the new forum members! Just got back to my home in France after 6 weeks away following the death of my beloved Dad. He was a lovely, broad-minded, generous man, and a wonderful Dad. Thank-you to all the dear friends here who sent me private messages, much appreciated, I jus...

bethland · bethland

worried........... has anyone been getting flu type symtoms post tx?? elizabeth

HelenFrances · HelenFrances

Hi everyone, Havent posted for quite a while so thought i would finally say hi. I have spent a few weeks feeling quite despondant after the disappointment of not responding to treatment. However, I cant sit around feeling sorry for myself forever.................so, I am now on a mission to take as g...

missycat · missycat

oh im going to have a moan,iv not been able to shake off this awful mood today,everything is bugging me the phone,people grrrr,every seems to be in a good mood cause the sun is out and im annoyed with myself that im not happy!!!iv tried loads to get out of it,its my 3 day from shot day and i normally feel bit c...

bethland · bethland

Hi Everyone something i wanted to share with you all...i have permission from the author to do so.. http://networkedblogs.com/gcIG4 enjoy love eilzabeth

Aaron · Aaron

Hi all I am now two weeks post tx and am starting to get my enery back which is a plus :) kinda nervous about tomorrow my doc want's bloods done 2 weeks post 3 months post and then at 6 months out of all my blood test's to date tomorrow's for me is the scariest this far but on the other hand atleast I will know mos...

cloudguard · cloudguard

I am very happy to tell everyone that my nurse just called me to report that I am und at eot. Thyroid is still shakey but we can handle that. Cloudguard

Cinnamon Girl · Cinnamon Girl

Hi folks, hospital just phoned with the good news - my 24 week results showed still UND. That`s it for 6 mnths now! I`m feeling a lot better in my head now but physically no significant change yet, except that my breathing is easier already and my legs have finally stopped aching. Also I`m sleeping so m...

bethland · bethland

Hi Everybody the last few days i have been feeling much happier and stronger..my skin is rehydrating , washed and brushed my hair today and barely any fell out, skin colour and fingernails all improving..i am living in Bibra Lake at the moment and walk every morning around the lake about 7 kilometers...

ilovelife · ilovelife

Hi everyone, haven't been around for a long while, been getting back to the business of living that I so missed while on tx. As a matter of fact I think the body groove on my couch is starting to disappear lol. My energy is back to pre tx, the only strange side effect I had post tx was a strange sound in my he...

bethland · bethland

Hi evertbody i tried to post over in "post treatment" but it wouldnt work....... i got my week 48 blood results .....UNDETECTED hemoglobin 9.9 WBC'S 1.46 yeah a bit low still but they will bounce back, i am already feeling better apart from some stubborn sx's /insomnia and achy body.the wo...

Sasha · Sasha

I have been diagnosed with HCV for 5 years, I had treatment 3 years ago and was a non responder to Type 1. I am now looking for work and would like to work for the railroad, the position is a critical safety position and after the interview the medical will be the last step before an offer. Does anyone know...

mr simon · mr simon

Hello Everyone, Hopefully some of you still remember me, and for those of you who do not I am sorry for being a stranger,and for those of you that I have not met yet, a sincere Hello. To begin with I was a regular here 2 plus years ago, was diagnosed with hep c 2b, chose to do tx after much research, mainly on m...

dragonfly · dragonfly

Unfortunately my test came back positive. For anyone undergoing tx please don't get discouraged, this is just me! Whatever happens it has given me some more time and there are new drugs coming. It's probably the cirrhosis but there is no way of telling. I'm lucky that I feel ok and have my pretx lif...

AusScott · AusScott

Hi guys, I haven't really been around this forum very much, but you may recall that I embarked on the treatment journey in February 2009. Genotype 1a, so 48 weeks of fun on the drugs. I seemed to respond fairly well to treatment right from the start. My viral load dropped from astronomically high before...

dragonfly · dragonfly

Hi everyone, Just checking in. I've got my 3 month results tomorrow morning and I am very nervous about it - I can't sleep and keep thinking 'what if'. This is silly really as there is nothing I can do if they are positive! It's just the waiting. On a lighter note I now walk into college 3 days a week (3.5 m...

KAB · KAB

Just got back my 1 yr post treatment viral load and I am still undetectable. Extremely happy!!! For all that are in the midst of treatment...keep up the fight if you can...It can and will be worth it!!! Thanks to everyone KAB

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Just an Update (Preview) Hi everyoneI wanted to give some positive feedback for people that have Hep C and were blessed enough to respond to treatment. Im not sure if this is a new room but it doesnt matter if we are all here to receive love and support. My PCR and liver alts have been normal after doing combo treatment in 1999 an...	wslandry	8	1193	Jul 9, 2011 by greenqueen
	Itching (Preview) When does the itching stop, my last shot was March 18th last dose of ribavirin was March 24th. Its driving me crazy (crazier)	cloudguard	43	3575	Jul 6, 2011 by Aaron
	Hello Guys :) (Preview) Im posting in post treatment! how bloody weird is that Aw missed you all so much! il be having a look though your posts later whn i got my littlen to bed. Im doing good.finished my tabs sunday night,such a weird feeling.and i thought id feel weird not doing my shot monday but i didnt,is a bit weird not takin...	missycat	9	1060	Jun 26, 2011 by greenqueen
	Does the Tx ruin immune system? (Preview) I am very sorry if I offended anyone by saying this.My immune system has never been the same after the Tx.Mabey having hep c for so long has some unexpected friends and guests like,MSRA (staph infcection),Exema,among others.No one likes to think let alone talk about what its like to get sick and have n...	kathy	25	10001	Jun 24, 2011 by wnose
	Mixed feelings... (Preview) With only one shot to go I should be relieved and happy right now but for some reason I feel confused and SCARED... The meds kept the virus under control and my AST and ALT in the normal range...in a way that felt very safe although it was a tough ride. Everyone is so excited for me, they want to celebrate an...	Gnome gardener	10	1058	Jun 17, 2011 by Gnome gardener
	A question for the post tx`ers... (Preview) I`m trying to maintain an increased level of activity but am in a lot of discomfort at night with cramps and muscle spasms. Mostly in my legs but also in my body. Am taking painkillers but still having frequent disturbed nights through it. Anyone else had/having this prob? Thanks, all the best to you a...	Cinnamon Girl	5	935	Jun 10, 2011 by Cinnamon Girl
	new treatment as of May 2011 (Preview) I am hep c genotype 1a with chirrosis. 55 Y.O. male and a non responder to peg-interferon/ribavarin treatment in 2002. I also had terrible side effects. The newest coctail is out now and my Dr. is excited, but she doesn't have to tolerate the drug. I am now following holistic treatments in San Francisc...	eh	4	2709	Jun 8, 2011 by eh
	need experiences of post tx'rs clear please (Preview) I did peg/rib 24 weeks 6 yrs ago but did not clear, (G-2). I seemed to feel like hell 6 months post tx. Am considering retreat w/added telaprevir. I'd like to hear from as many clear post tx'es as to how you feel 6 mos a year + out. I can't see going thru this again if I may never feel better. Please reply. hopel...	wilburfierce	8	1241	Jun 4, 2011 by missycat
	Macrocytosis - Not out of the woods yet. (Preview) Just had my 6 month post tx appointment at the hospital on Thursday, and have been experiencing a resurgence of riba- rage since then, directed at my doctors. I was expecting the appointment to be nothing more than routine, as I am still free of the virus, and had been told that all my blood tests were nor...	medusa	10	2617	May 31, 2011 by Hep Me
	another treatment (Preview) i went through the pegassys treatment ,i did not work ,my doctor told me that there was a new treatment coming out within the next 8 months ,does anyone know what this is or is there any other hope for me ,,thank you all to those who respond	dawnsdad	1	950	May 22, 2011 by James10500
	blah (Preview) So my doc wanted me to go have a colonoscopy after treatment I went and had it done and now they think that I have chrons :/ I now have to go for more testing	Aaron	8	1616	May 20, 2011 by Hep Me
	1 year post tx (Preview) 1 year post tx and still UD. All side effects of tx are completely gone. Just got tennis elbow and that is probably totally unrelated. Considering, I think I had hep c for around 35 years, " the girl ain't done bad" :) Wishing everyone the same successful outcome. Jan x -- Edited by ja...	jan	10	1178	May 17, 2011 by Greg
	Takara's 12 week labs (Preview) Takara's labs are in and she is Undetectable!	chowswife	13	2140	May 12, 2011 by missycat
	SNAKES AND LADDERS (Preview) Hi to all my old friends and all the new forum members! Just got back to my home in France after 6 weeks away following the death of my beloved Dad. He was a lovely, broad-minded, generous man, and a wonderful Dad. Thank-you to all the dear friends here who sent me private messages, much appreciated, I jus...	medusa	33	2173	May 5, 2011 by dragonfly
	flu symptoms (Preview) worried........... has anyone been getting flu type symtoms post tx?? elizabeth	bethland	22	1960	Apr 24, 2011 by Cinnamon Girl
	onwards and upwards (Preview) Hi everyone, Havent posted for quite a while so thought i would finally say hi. I have spent a few weeks feeling quite despondant after the disappointment of not responding to treatment. However, I cant sit around feeling sorry for myself forever.................so, I am now on a mission to take as g...	HelenFrances	8	6051	Apr 13, 2011 by amy001
	having a odd day.... (Preview) oh im going to have a moan,iv not been able to shake off this awful mood today,everything is bugging me the phone,people grrrr,every seems to be in a good mood cause the sun is out and im annoyed with myself that im not happy!!!iv tried loads to get out of it,its my 3 day from shot day and i normally feel bit c...	missycat	7	1087	Apr 8, 2011 by Cinnamon Girl
	i am sure you can relate to this (Preview) Hi Everyone something i wanted to share with you all...i have permission from the author to do so.. http://networkedblogs.com/gcIG4 enjoy love eilzabeth	bethland	12	1415	Apr 8, 2011 by greenqueen
	2 weeks post TX (Preview) Hi all I am now two weeks post tx and am starting to get my enery back which is a plus :) kinda nervous about tomorrow my doc want's bloods done 2 weeks post 3 months post and then at 6 months out of all my blood test's to date tomorrow's for me is the scariest this far but on the other hand atleast I will know mos...	Aaron	41	2248	Apr 4, 2011 by bethland
	EOT (Preview) I am very happy to tell everyone that my nurse just called me to report that I am und at eot. Thyroid is still shakey but we can handle that. Cloudguard	cloudguard	6	1138	Mar 28, 2011 by cloudguard
	UND @ 24 wks.... (Preview) Hi folks, hospital just phoned with the good news - my 24 week results showed still UND. That`s it for 6 mnths now! I`m feeling a lot better in my head now but physically no significant change yet, except that my breathing is easier already and my legs have finally stopped aching. Also I`m sleeping so m...	Cinnamon Girl	16	1624	Mar 28, 2011 by Cinnamon Girl
	playing on the swings (Preview) Hi Everybody the last few days i have been feeling much happier and stronger..my skin is rehydrating , washed and brushed my hair today and barely any fell out, skin colour and fingernails all improving..i am living in Bibra Lake at the moment and walk every morning around the lake about 7 kilometers...	bethland	11	1196	Mar 28, 2011 by missycat
	12 week viral load negative (Preview) Hi everyone, haven't been around for a long while, been getting back to the business of living that I so missed while on tx. As a matter of fact I think the body groove on my couch is starting to disappear lol. My energy is back to pre tx, the only strange side effect I had post tx was a strange sound in my he...	ilovelife	8	1780	Mar 6, 2011 by Catie
	all good (Preview) Hi evertbody i tried to post over in "post treatment" but it wouldnt work....... i got my week 48 blood results .....UNDETECTED hemoglobin 9.9 WBC'S 1.46 yeah a bit low still but they will bounce back, i am already feeling better apart from some stubborn sx's /insomnia and achy body.the wo...	bethland	13	2047	Mar 6, 2011 by borowif
	Job Searching (Preview) I have been diagnosed with HCV for 5 years, I had treatment 3 years ago and was a non responder to Type 1. I am now looking for work and would like to work for the railroad, the position is a critical safety position and after the interview the medical will be the last step before an offer. Does anyone know...	Sasha	5	3364	Jan 23, 2011 by ty
	18 months post tx (Preview) Hello Everyone, Hopefully some of you still remember me, and for those of you who do not I am sorry for being a stranger,and for those of you that I have not met yet, a sincere Hello. To begin with I was a regular here 2 plus years ago, was diagnosed with hep c 2b, chose to do tx after much research, mainly on m...	mr simon	9	2165	Jan 19, 2011 by dogbone
	results (Preview) Unfortunately my test came back positive. For anyone undergoing tx please don't get discouraged, this is just me! Whatever happens it has given me some more time and there are new drugs coming. It's probably the cirrhosis but there is no way of telling. I'm lucky that I feel ok and have my pretx lif...	dragonfly	10	1718	Jan 14, 2011 by espaeddie
	Six months post Tx and the results are in (Preview) Hi guys, I haven't really been around this forum very much, but you may recall that I embarked on the treatment journey in February 2009. Genotype 1a, so 48 weeks of fun on the drugs. I seemed to respond fairly well to treatment right from the start. My viral load dropped from astronomically high before...	AusScott	10	2761	Jan 13, 2011 by ty
	3 month tests (Preview) Hi everyone, Just checking in. I've got my 3 month results tomorrow morning and I am very nervous about it - I can't sleep and keep thinking 'what if'. This is silly really as there is nothing I can do if they are positive! It's just the waiting. On a lighter note I now walk into college 3 days a week (3.5 m...	dragonfly	5	1284	Jan 11, 2011 by Cinnamon Girl
	POST TREATMENT SVR (Preview) Just got back my 1 yr post treatment viral load and I am still undetectable. Extremely happy!!! For all that are in the midst of treatment...keep up the fight if you can...It can and will be worth it!!! Thanks to everyone KAB	KAB	9	1665	Jan 5, 2011 by greenqueen
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