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Dx with HCV 01/15/08 - just in the beginning stage of THIS journey
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Treatment - Finally
Apr 19, 2008 07:19PM
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The magical start date will be May 16 – I’ve decided to go w/ Pegasys – after I didn’t get any direction on the forum – I researched everything I could find about the two medications offered – despite my growing confusion – I chose Pegasys. As long as it has what it takes to kill the virus – it’ll be okay.
On Friday my psych doc faxed in his ‘ok’ for me to start tx and I have an eye appt. Wed – they will fax their ‘ok’ for tx right after my exam. Then I schedule an orientation to learn ‘how to inject myself’ etc. and then ????? I don’t know what happens – I guess I wait.
I considered postponing treatment ( I can't believe this) until after my son’s wedding in Aug. However, after talking it over with my four (adult) sons we all agreed I should go ahead with my plan to begin tx in May.
I’m a little anxious – now things feel as if they are happening ‘too fast’. My biggest concern (of course - I have to have a NEW one) is the side effects – maybe I’ll only get a few – my one son said “Think positive ma! Were all going to be alright”. So I’ll think P - O - S - T - I - V - E – my new mantra will be: "I’m thankful I have the OPTION of treatment and that I'm not alone in this process". thank God I'm not alone....
On Friday my psych doc faxed in his ‘ok’ for me to start tx and I have an eye appt. Wed – they will fax their ‘ok’ for tx right after my exam. Then I schedule an orientation to learn ‘how to inject myself’ etc. and then ????? I don’t know what happens – I guess I wait.
I considered postponing treatment ( I can't believe this) until after my son’s wedding in Aug. However, after talking it over with my four (adult) sons we all agreed I should go ahead with my plan to begin tx in May.
I’m a little anxious – now things feel as if they are happening ‘too fast’. My biggest concern (of course - I have to have a NEW one) is the side effects – maybe I’ll only get a few – my one son said “Think positive ma! Were all going to be alright”. So I’ll think P - O - S - T - I - V - E – my new mantra will be: "I’m thankful I have the OPTION of treatment and that I'm not alone in this process". thank God I'm not alone....
by paulalynn1965, May 02, 2008 09:16PM
you are never alone.
by Wassup, May 03, 2008 12:05AM
I don't know who you are, but I want to suggest that you do your shot the evening after the day of your sons' wedding, ie., if your sons wedd. is on a Sat. do your shot on Sun PM.'s You'll do your weekly shots on the same day of the week and you'll feel the worst on day 1, post shot and the best on day 6, post shot. This will help you to enjoy the day as much as is possible while on TX. Best Wishes, and a Hug, Ant B
by Wassup, May 03, 2008 12:06AM
Duh, I just realized it was you, Inch.... Who loves ya baby, yer ant B
by incharge08, May 03, 2008 01:04AM
Ant B for a minute I was a little hurt - you don't remember ME - my self-centerness has no bounds!
I planned to ask the nurse could I take my shot the day after.
I'll also keep in mind First day - Bad (unpleasent, uncomfortable, crazy ....)- Sixth day simply Good - I like that Good part the best
Although I don't comment much I keep up with your progress - when I see one of your post I always read it.
as always hugs and kisses
thanks
jeneice
I planned to ask the nurse could I take my shot the day after.
I'll also keep in mind First day - Bad (unpleasent, uncomfortable, crazy ....)- Sixth day simply Good - I like that Good part the best
Although I don't comment much I keep up with your progress - when I see one of your post I always read it.
as always hugs and kisses
thanks
jeneice
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