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Ari-anna


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That's great news Mike, wishing you an easy ride. 8 to 12 weeks with no ribaviron sounds like a walk in the park - you'll be picking the roses in no time.

Warm regards

Ari



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Great news,

My hubby beat his last year but didn't totally believe it until four months later when his viral count was still 0.....Wishing you the best with the Harvoni....he battled his through six prior treatments over the last 20 years.  Then the miracle got approved. Best wishes.

 



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Great news Mike,

I got on the train 3 weeks ago ... well 23 days now? It's a smooth ride.



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SOT 2/9/16 / ALT 187 AST 114 VL 2.3M.    POSTS

EOT 5/2/16  ALT 35/ AST/25  platlets 126 C/B VL UND

EOT +12 7/26/16  ALT 25 /AST 22/ ALP 83  platlets 129 C/B VL UND

EOT + 24 10/18/16 ALT 27/ AST 20/ ALP 71 platlets 153 C UND

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That's Great News Mike!

Glad to hear it, I'm happy for ya!

Congrats,

Dave



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4wk: HCV-RNA <15 Detected, ALT 15, AST 17, Hb 13.6 EOT: 4/12/16, ALT 18 , Hb 12.9176a2f85d05d9c965eafe199f2ba9ba5.jpg SVR Achieved 7/8/16

 
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Thanks Mike. It may be good to ask them. People who have never been treated before who do not have cirrhosis and who have a Hep C viral load below 6 million IU/mL may be eligible for eight weeks of treatment. Speak to your doctor about this.

The key words to me are the term, "may be".

Clearly you are below the 6m but I would ask regarding A or B simply due to the fact B seems to be easier to cure. The fact the term may be is used tells me your Doctor should have all of the facts before him or her before deciding between 8 or 12.

That you are looking to The LORD tells me that you should hang on to Romans 8:31 and you will do fine!

 

Your Brother

 

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JimmyK, I do not know yet if I have 1a or 1b. I just learned today it is genotype 1. The way the nurse sounded today, they are hoping the 8 week will do, and that during that treatment period they will monitor my numbers, and that will help them to determine whether or not to proceed from eight to 12 weeks. And, your all so much like family to me. I hope the treatment is successful.

As you remember I started a Hep C Support Group here locally, and the nurse today, told me I am welcome to bring her copies of the website and my name and contact info, and she will pass on to persons who may be in need of support. I am telling you, the Lord is Blessing me by opening doors, I am so very thankful.



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1-18-16 referred to gastroenterologist;  AST 191 ALT 246, Viral Load 1,976,000, Alpha Feto Protein/Negative for Cirrhosis. Genotype 1 a. Tx began 3/9/16 Harvoni, 8-12 weeks

 
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Awesome news Mike. I see your reserved seat on the train. 



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T3:  Harvoni 12 weeks Sept. 19, 2015 ALT 41 AST 30 VL 541800 UND at EOT and SVR 24 ALT 18 AST 26 platelets 223

 
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That's great Mike, congratulations! The 9th is just a week away, you'll be boarding your train in no time at all. 8-12 weeks should be the ticket to success for you. When will they decide if you go 8 or 12? Whatever the choice, you're taking the best science has to offer. We'll all be here to cheer you on! smile



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 That's great news Mike. We have a seat waiting on you so let us know when you will be jumping on the train and for how long. smile



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JimmyK


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What great news Mike!

 

If possible push for the 12 weeks. Are you 1a or 1b?

 

JimmyK



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Hello everybody,

Went to my Gastroenterologist and after consultation approved me for treatment beginning March 9th with Harvoni for 8 to 12 weeks:) I am so ready to start dragon slaying it ain't even funny. And I know you are all right there with me. I will keep you posted.  Genotype 1

Mike



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1-18-16 referred to gastroenterologist;  AST 191 ALT 246, Viral Load 1,976,000, Alpha Feto Protein/Negative for Cirrhosis. Genotype 1 a. Tx began 3/9/16 Harvoni, 8-12 weeks

 
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