I hope this is encouraging

[karma2004]

I just wanted to post a quick note about my own experience with tx.  I know when I started out, I was apprehensive, having read so much about negative side effects.  I just want people to know how much a postive attitude can help.  

I'm geno 1A, had it for about 20 years without knowing, and have grade 2-3 fibrosis as a result.  I started tx in January, and after my 12 week test, I'm undetectable.  I work about 50 hours a week, run 3 miles a day, and haven't had to change my lifestyle at all (aside from the no alcohol thing).  I get a little tired at night, and the day after the shot, but not nearly as bad as I thought it would be.  I drink about a gallon of water a day, and I think this may have a lot to do with it.  I had a little trouble with axiety, and my thyroid got a little out of wack, but I'm treating both with meds that seem to help.

Bottom line is this.  As much as you can, try to keep positive.  This too, shall pass.  Surround yourself with people who love you, and take this time to refocus your efforts to do the things that are important to you.  You can get through this.

[Tallblonde]

As someone who is still in that "apprehensive" stage, I really appreaciate your encouraging post.  Thank you for taking the time to share that perspective with us and best wishes to you as you continue your treatment journey.

Susan

[BD146]

Thank you so much for sharing your words of encouragement with all of us...I agree with all that you said and suggested...I am genotype 1b ... grade 3/4 with stage 4. Yesterday I did shot number 26 and on 6/22 I will find out the results of my 1st. pcr.  Did not have pcr on the 12th week...my GI preferred to wait for 6 monhts of tx. as I am a non-responder.
I am just keeping my fingers crossed and letting go and letting GOD.  
I also continue to work a full schedule...even though many times I just don't know where my next ounce of energy is going to come from... sometimes I have to dig real deep... but I stay on the course...try to think positive...and many times just try to block from my mind that I am under tx....
It is a heart-breaker to hear of some of the negative sides that some have to go through...but I also am a big promoter of water....water....water...besides the love and patience of family and friends...I feel that water has been one of my biggest weapons in the fight against sides...
My sincere wishes are continued recovery to you and all...
God Bless.... Edgar

[tina-b]

Doc should read about celebrex before giving it to someone on tx. It is very hard on the liver. Has spicific warnings on insert about liver problems. It is very good for inflamation although not for everyone. Here is a link about it.

http://www.prescriptions-911.com/productInfo.php?search=Celebrex

Good luck with the sugery.

[layla]

Luckily I don't have any liver damage but my doc is aware of my HCV and did specifially say this was ok for the short time I will be on it. I did get some good info at the site. Thanks so much. LL

[cornsqueezer]

I'm not on treatment yet...I start next week,  but I have been taking celebrex for joint pains for 3 yrs. New doc said it was ok.


What I'm wondering about is your surgery, I had gall bladder
removed in Nov. and neck fusion surgery in March,  both times I
I was told to stop taking my celebrex and vit E two weeks before
surgery... due to possible bleeding. Maybe you should ask your doc about it.

Debra

[honey1616]

I'm glad you found that and yes,,,We all need to do something about it! We can all go to that link and write! It won't take much time and could help! 2 million is alot to cut back and we need even so much more.  There is so many others out there that don't have any idea they have this and like us all will be a shock....