I had no clue what PMBC was either and still don't know, but after I read the clinical trial, for me it began to take on the meaning, People Might Be Crazy. Seriously though, I googled it, and it took me to
http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/show/NCT00188201
"peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PMBC)"
I'm feel like Bob (just not SVR). Overload overload. The more I read the more confuddled I get. I have a headache now, and I know now it's probably because the virus has crossed the blood brain barrier and is in my brain.
Seriously again though - this is something for everyone to think about (the findings of the study TNGuy posted), but I just don't think it's wise to try to apply the findings to.... nevermind. I don't know what I think anymore.
This is why we can't be organ donors or give blood - because of possible occult virus. But it shouldn't affect my own quality of life, and it's highly unlikely that I could pass hep c on to other people.
My PCR indicated clear <50 six months post tx. I feel very well now, better than before tx, and I don't have that old pre-tx fatigue. I'm glad I treated; my doctor said I'm "cured" of hep c now. I really want to get on with my life. I've got to stop thinking about hep c so much. I hope I can just move along to other stuff. Best of luck to all of us.
Bob
TNGUY, is this the same study we read before? it seems like it. I know the significance of negative strands found, but what is the significance of positive strands?
I agree. Now, if only I felt that way!!!!
DD
...or anyone. Please excuse my ignorance, but what are PBMCs?
It ain't over till it's over but when is it ever over?
I agree that it's up to us to be vigilant and get LFTs annually etc. but overall I think SVRs are in very good shape - as long as they feel that way.
Mike