Introduction- Triple Incivek Treatment

Hello All, I've been a lurker for awhile and finally decided to introduce myself.  I'm a female in my early 30's and I was diagnosed with Hep C geno 1a back in October 2006.  From looking at my past my doctor believes I contracted it from a tattoo I got 7 years ago.

I started my treatment last Friday and just gave myself my second injection.  So far I've been very lucky that I have only experienced minor side effects like itching (no rash), minor headaches, nausea, and the worst is the acid like bowel movents.  I'm afraid to go now cause it's so painful to the point of me walking funny out of the restroom.  I have been using a cream and wipes and they definitely help after but it doesn't stop the pain during.  

Last Friday before I took my shot I did take a couple of tylenol and I didn't experience any bodyaches or fever I was just tired.  I wish everyone here luck and I hope to participate more in this forum.

[JJ_06]

Correction:  I was diagnosed October 2010.

[flcyclist]

Hi JJ,  welcome to the forum and good for you for transforming from a lurker to a poster.  Don't hesitate to ask questions and share how your trt is going.  This is not only a great place to learn, but many wonderful members who are going through the same thing as you.  Hope things continue to go well for you.  

[nicci72]

Welcome.  There are a bunch of us that have just started the triple therapy. I just took my second shot last night. I am also having the same side effects as you. This is a great place for answers and compassion.  Good luck and keep us posted.

[Cyn621]

I'm supposed to take my second shot tonight but I've been so sick all week I don't know if I have what it takes to go another week sick as a dog.  Does it really get better or is this the way it is for the whole time??

[JJ_06]

I'm sorry you're feeling so sick.  From all the reading I have done peoples side effects come and go so If I was you I would take my shot tonight as scheduled.  For all you know you might wake up tomorrow feeling much better.  I'm taking this treatment day by day.  Just because I'm having good days it doesn't mean I can wakeup feeling sick as a dog.  We just gotta keep on taking our medicine and know that we're feeling sick because the medicine is doing its job and fighting for us!  

[joemc34606]

That's the exact attitude you need to go into with.
Keep it up.
Good luck
Joe

[EyesofBlue55]

Hi and welcome to the forum.You will  meet alot of people here that are going through the same thing that you are.Though Im not txing yet I have been here over a year and have met some very helpful people and have learned quite a bit.Dont be afraid to ask your questions .Hoping things will get better for you  cindy

[ann61]

Welcome.  I just started Week 3 and as you know if you've been lurking, you have found an invaluable source of information, support and motivation. Good luck in your treatment and we are all here for you!