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How long does it take to return to feeling well?

I was diagnosed with hep c in 2005. I worked as a nurse, then nurse practitioner for 35 years, and that was my only risk factor. Genotype 3a. Treatment history:
Interferon/Ribavirin 24 weeks in 2006 - relapse 12 weeks
Increased Interferon/Ribavirin dose for 48 weeks n 2008-9, with Neupogen. - relapse 12 weeks
Sovaldi/Ribavirin 2015 -24 weeks, virus undetectable 12 weeks post treatment.
I took my last dose on May 26, so it's been 5 months. I am feeling better, but still not consistently well. Anyone with my experience who can share their recovery? TIA
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I had similar treatment Sovaldi/Riba 2 years ago and have been virus free since then after all previous treatments had failed. I feel perfect now and run everyday to keep fit. You have now cleared this virus and your health will improve gradually. Congrats.
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as you know does ribavirin accumulates in the body and stays in the system for up to six months (the company says that), so i would say you should feel better in about 2-3 months. ... wow you are a knight, with that much IFN doses....
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