Hepatits C, treatment

[Laika]

My husband had just begun treatment for hep C.  He is 59, stage 1.  He was 2 or 3 wks into treatment when he developed chest pain.  He has had a CAT scan, revealing a mass of some kind which may or may not be an infection, has completed a course of antibiotics, but the pain has now moved to the other side of his chest too.  Still, he does feel better and is back at work.  His hep C dr has terminated treatment for the time being, and he goes back to the pulmonary dr tomorrow.

I have not "sat in" on my husband's visits to the dr, so I don't really know what they've told him.  My question is--does anyone know if there is a connection between hep C or hep C treatment and lung disease?

Thanks,

Laika

[Califia]

LAIKA,  it's great to feel human again, isn't it?   It's too bad that the two of you can't share a victory over  the evil entity.  Yet, that is.....

Well, thanks so much for asking, and here's the news I've been keeping quiet about:  my 3-month PCR shows NEG.   Am truly springing back to life, although the hair remains pretty scraggly.  Perhaps ratty is a better word for it.  And speaking of ratty hair,

COUG, back in the day when I looked like this _intentionally_,  of course I frequented the Sound of Music, being a bit flipperized, if you get my drift.    However, perhaps in deference to Dirk, I never committed any heterosexual acts on his club's premises, or that of any other musical den of iniquity for that matter.   (Too busy shmoozing, I guess. )    It's sad we carried away this souvenir from what was in many ways a remarkable scene, but at least we're still walking.  Lots of good people left us far too early.

[GoofyDad]

NYgirl: "I feel like I would like my hgb to stay right here so I am going to be watching that it doesn't get too high -"

Good move. I read where if they get too high they can blow the top of your head right off. No kidding. I saw a picture on the internet - looked like a giant zit filled with cream of elephant soup. Like John Belushi meets Mt Vesuvius or something.  

Jim: "I wouldn't be surprised if Goof shows up soon and asks for a low-cost platelet loan..."

No ****. I'd trade a night with Merrianne and Ginger for a pickle-jar of platelets right now - 40 and falling last week.

Neumega is nasty stuff and can cause complications. Not often prescribed. Procrit can also be platelet friendly. It seems vioxx had some pro-platelet properties not shared by other Cox II drugs, but they ain't making that no more.

Hoping to get #12 in this week at full-dose, then we'll see what next week brings.    

[chellski]

hey! great news about ur hgb!!! now, will you still take the procrit?  (you are on procrit, right?)  glad to hear your good news, and hope all is well with you and your family!
be well,
chelle

[Forseegood]

Hey, you know where I stand Sweetie, couldn't be happier, you so, so derserve your SVR, ... 60 weeks in the jungle, whew!!!And everyone loved your witty and thoughtful dispatches from there as well...

[GoofyDad]

One great big ol' fat ass <b>Horaaaaaaay</b> for you!

[honey11]

Hi Laika,,,,Sorry to hear your husband had to stop his tx but his other health issues are more important now.  I know its got to be hard on you going through all of this but know you are a strong lady and this will be one more hurdle you will get over!

Califia,,,ha Whats the big secret???  This should be a day of celebration and yesssss,,,,we are all very interested in this great news!  Congratulations,,,,,Looks like you got it licked!

Ina,,,I'm glad you are still on the meds and feeling better! I'm sure its not much fun to be sick on top of interferon sick! Glad to hear that someone jumped in to help you through it and keep you going.  Take care of yourself!