HepResearcher reg. Alinia

[ladywhy]

Hi HR
I am @ 38th week of tx. At 25th wk  (vl 1350)  my Hp Dr. doubled the pegasys. At my 10th week went from riba 1000 mg to 1400 mg. What I would like to know...is do you think Alinia, at this juncture, may be a benefit? ...and if so...is there some paper that I could bring to my dr.?
This is my 3rd time txing. I did monotherapy Intron-A, I was in clinical trials with riba/interferon bundles and became UND...I would appreciate your opinion.
In a little over 10 years...I went from zero liver damage to Stage 2, Grade 2-3 bridging fibrosis. I am 44 y.o and the future doesn't look so bright.
Thanks for anything you can tell me...or any suggestions will be much appreciated.
Sincerely
Yvonne

ps. Getting a PCR this week

[ladywhy]

No problem R, what a day you had! ..do you expect accumulation?
Well, again it is something we both have to look forward to..talking that is, and we will, when it is more convenient.
You are such a doll...thanks for thinking of me. Glad your Mum is home under the covers (even reluctantly : })...now maybe you can rest easier.
w/ Love & Gratitude
Y

[ladywhy]

Like I said before, I know your hearts in the right place...and that's why I thanked you for wriitng. I would like if you would answer again on this thread. I need to go into Dr.s office w/ as much info. as I can.
As of late, I say things can't get much worse...and they do...

Jim I do respect your knowledge, and your willing to care and share with so many of us. Please know that. and again...Thank you.
Hey Jim, are you available to be in Philli on the 17th?? I sure could use an advocate.That would be great! I'll treat ya to a cheesesteak sandwich...or better. Just let me know!!!

[jmjm530]

I'm very sorry to have upset you, but I only had your best interests at heart. I think it appropriate I back off this discussion.  HR- the answer to your question has already been written but I'll answer again, another time in another place.

-- Jim

[Lonestar823]

Dear Lady, I've signed on late tonight.  It was a long, long day. This moment I look at my clock and it's well past midnight.  I know it's too late to call you.  Hope you are tucked snug beneath your blankets and that you
sleep sweet.
Your,
R

[Hepatitis Researcher]

Most hepatologist do not have high expectations from switching to daily infergen - it works only in a limited number of cases - it is  another longshot, about as painful or promising as double dosing Pegasys. But yes, it works in some, it is a substantially different IFN, working partially on different IFN receptors.

[ladywhy]

Thank you. I so want us all to get rid of this virus...and move on with our lives. Your words are always a comfort to me. Is the correct pronunciation of your name like the actress with the name Gabore?
How are you holding up after 56 weeks?...and how is your Hemoglobin...rbc's?

Myown: This tx does seem to be somewhat like 'the luck of the draw'...that's what makes it all the more disturbing.
I trust things will get better...and you are right on...NOthing is impossible with GOD. Notice I didn't jump? :)

I thank you both....truly.