state of mind and sx during tx

[Gonna beat it]

I am a firm believer, that your state of mind plays a big part in how you handle sx, does anyone agree with me

[timedog]

isn't your state of mind one of the side effects?

[Gonna beat it]

You mean the head spinning, and the pea soup flying out of my mouth, No I was like that before

[FlGuy]

State of mind has an impact on everything you deal with in life. Tx and sx are just a small part of life.

[timedog]

if i could remember I probably was too

[mikesimon]

I just have to say this and I know I'll probably offend a lot of people. This has to be one of the stupidest questions I have seen here in quite a while. Does anyone really need to be told that state of mind impacts everything, including the manner in which we handle sides from TX? This thread, along with numerous others, stands for the proposition that as the number of available threads increases so too does the number of insipid topics. Mike

[Gonna beat it]

I'm sorry I wasn't aware we were being graded!

[mikesimon]

You don't merit a grade - it's that bad! Mike

[Gonna beat it]

You must be the attorney, its hard to find such self rightouness in a mere mortal.

[worrywartwife]

Guys, there is a ton of research indicating a strong mind-body connection in regards to the strength of the immune system, disease resistance/recovery and manifestation of physiological symptoms. Most all of this research suggests a person's understanding of a disease process and it's symptoms will lessen their fear and anxiety and allow them to be more in control of their health issues. Reduced fear and anxiety levels lessen the perception of pain, nausea, etc. and allow a person to manage the physical symptoms that occur more effectively. This forum and other sources of information on the disease process are vital sources of this empowering data. Please let us all be gentle with each other when a question is posted. All of us at times are stressed and may say things that seem foolish to others, but we have enough to worry about without also having to remember to edit our questions and answers carefully or risk a rough response.

[Alady1620]

Thank you for posting this, GBI.  I agree that one's state of mind effects how well they deal with sx.  Sometimes, we all need a reminder to stay positive.

[Myown]

You are absolutely right. Although I haven't started treatment yet, so can't speak from experience with tx., but what you said applies to life in and of itself. I agree, that's why i am trying hard to not fear tx and think good thoughts,such as having little sx and just knowing that if I do, not to bug out cause you guys will carry me through.

The bible states it clearly in many ways.."life and death are in the power of the tongue." That's in proverbs, don't have the bible in front of me to tell you exactly chapter and verse.

But, you're right.

[scruffy]

Kind of a bit of a riba mood Mike?

[Myown]

By the way....loved you're comments.."didn't know we were being graded" lol

"attorney" comment lol.

You don't need anybody to help. You know how to through a right hook.lol

Maybe mike was just having a bad day.

Hey mike.....hope your day starts to look up. Cheer up and I think you should apologize to Gonna beat it. Would be nice.

[sfbaygirl]

I was just feeling very sorry for myself when I saw your question. For me it's on target. After trying to upbeat while feeling so much pain this weekend, I was set to have a better day today. The fever is going up and down like a yo-yo and I am depressed. I haven't felt like quitting tx much before today. I know I won't, but I am feeling weepy and upset about the QOL I have now. My state of mind has been really good so far and I know what the goal is, regardless of how bad it gets. Today is just not a good one for me.

[way]

I don't think I'll get any SX and so far so good... I am only tx for 24 weeks, on week 9 and to date just a bit of fatigue -some flu-like on occaision and a few little rashes. When I start feeling bad I KNOW IT WILL PASS.

Does my thinking and attitude help? I think so.

[Kalio1]

I thought it was a fine question/comment. And yes, I think attitude has a lot to do with how we cope with tx. You can have a great attitude and still not be able to physically accompish much however! I think the extended time frame of treating,(even "short" course treatment for geno2 is a long 12 weeks!)requires a good attitude to make it through. Depression is so common partially due to the duration I think. We are used to 2 weeks of antibiotics and we are all better. I think for many this is our first encounter with having an illness and this illness is a doozy and really affects ones "attitude" I find the meds have a MAJOR impact on attitude also. It is a struggle to maintain a decent attitude when you feel crappy month in and month out and have zero energy.
I am sure my comments can be  judged as stupid too Gonna, so don't you sweat the judgements. On treatment we have enough to worry about and we are allowed to be "stupid!" At least we have an excuse.

[Gonna beat it]

Thanks you guys, I too am having an emotionally overwhelming day!
One thing I don't need, is B.S. from someone elses husband.

[Kalio1]

I hear you,that's the thing! We have to live with the unpredictability of it and if you try to figure out a pattern then it changes. I guess this is the ultimate "go with the flow" lesson. I try to plan a day and it gets blow away because Im too sick that day. I try to plan for "after shot days" then I have two reasonably ok after shot days in a row but feel half dead 3 or 4 days later, go figure. It makes you feel like you aren't worth much if you were motivated and busy before. It is too dang LONG. You can do this, dot forget it's Monday anyway and Mondays suck e ven off tx! This is your job now, getting better.
I stole that line from my husband..that is his mantra when I start in with the "well maybe I have had enough meds and I can stop now" talk. Or the "I hate this I can't do it another day" talk.

This IS your job now, getting better. now do you feel good enough for a walk around the block? how about the yeard? how about do you have some yummy ice cream? You can order up some Netflix! Or download a movie. Oh,and don't forget your meds.
Repeat after me "I can do this, I can do this, I can do this"

[mikesimon]

Yes indeed it was a fine question as was the Xango Juice, Breathless, Site Addiction and my mean drinking water. Anything goes I guess. I think I'll start one asking if is normal to wake up and have to pee or whether it's normal to feel down or up or sideways or anyway and, if so, how can you tell and what does it mean and so on ad nausea. This stuff is just an excuse to see your name on the board or if you are really serious you need more help than anyone here is capable of giving you. That's my take on all this nonsense. Mike

[Gonna beat it]

OK one more rant and I'm done for the day, I am really opposed to the whole personal attack thing, ya know we ie: people with Hep C, People on tx,  in our our daily lives have plenty of people who don't get it, I would expect that someone in the same boat, would have kinder more understanding qualities.

[sfbaygirl]

I hate that I can't even make and keep appt's! I have to cut my own hair. I cancel shrink appts. No, I don't feel like walking around even the pool today. It's cold out here anyway. When I wake up early my mind starts thinking of things I will do that day or tomorrow. If I can't one day, oh well, but when it happens over and over it starts to really wear you down. I am only 1/3 of the way through tx. I feel like I need to find a Hep Resort where you lay around and read all day by the pool and people wait on you, plus you can socialize. I feel so useless. At least John makes me feel better and is supportive. Ihave always worked and supported myself. I couldn't do that now if I tried.

I can do it. I can do it. I will do it. Today will be over and this fever will go away...

[mikesimon]

I'm sorry but just because you have hepatitis doesn't mean that anything that pops into your head is a worthy subject for a thread. I have HCV and have had it for a while and treated 3 times - so what. Drivel is still drivel regardless of who it comes from. And while I sypathize with your condition I nevertheless find a lot of this stuff pathetic and foolish self indulgence. Mike

[way]

What week are you on?

I am 1/3 through also but only tx for 24 wks.

You can do it --hang in there!!!

[bobbyullc]

that may be fine for those who hold onto their mind through tx. mine is someplace and i can not remember WHERE? if i find it or something similar i will respond. i still cannot remember if i had lunch or not. gaining weight.
bobby