Female, mid 50's, RN, Geno 1a, started with 15 million load, mod liver damage, inflamation & fibrosis. I am on week 6 of triple therapy: Miricle drug Incivik, Pegasys, Ribavirin.
I had Ribavarin decreased to 600mg/day after three days of tx. due to elbows swelling & becoming red & hot , one large hive on my arm and blotchy red rash on torso & limbs.
Thank GOD I still obtained "undectable" status at 4 weeks of Treatment!
I have experienced weakness, nausea, severe headaches, fatigue, rash, flat affect, no energy, decreased cell counts, high blood pressure, increased pulse and higher body temp side effects. All of which I knew could happen and am willing to deal with it. I am scheduled to see an oncologist for the low hgb/anemia.
Also I recieved an opthamologist referral because I am experiencing blurry vision in one eye. The doctor fears retinopathy. He has decreased my pegysys now from 180mcg sub q to 135mcg weekly.
Has anyone experienced a decrease in pegasys on tiple therapy and maintained/achieved SRV?
Has anyone had retinopathy during therapy? How was this treated? Did you have to stop treatment? This was an option suggested by my doctor. I do not want to turn back now. Any insight to share?
Thank you!