Interferon

[ranice]

Last week I took my first injection of interferon and got really sick.  This week I took my second shot and felt nothing.  My dr told me if I don't get sick the meds are not working.  I was hoping not to get quite so sick this injection but to feel nothing I am worried it is not working.  Has anyone else been through treatment without getting sick and the treatment worked?  Please let me know I am worried.  Thanks

[HepC2B]

I will begin treatment on Nov 7th. I have completed everything the dr wanted me to do except the eye test and I am getting that done on Nov 1st.
I have had my Hep A vaccination and started my Hep B vaccinations. I had an abdominal ultrasound last week and they haven't called with the results. My blood tests are good my cholesterol was 220 was all. My liver enzymes are good and I haven't been sick just get tired sometimes. I had one ultrasound 4 yrs ago and it was fine. I guess I am worried about the side effects and working. I only work part time. Have you all been able to work and take your treatments??

[ranice]

Best wishes for treatment.  Being ready mentally will help a lot.  This site has helped me through some very tough times these last couple of weeks.  Two weeks into treatment and it has been rough but everytime I have a question or fear I get answers quickly on here.  I wish you all the very best.  

[sunshine415]

hi, I am going to be starting my meds very soon on the 27 of this month ,I go to my Dr. to see how to BEGIN.... was suppose to be two wks ago. but, got a call from them and the Dr. needed to reschedule.. (errrr) I was ready (mentally) . but besides this point. Just needed to let all of YA'S know ,how Thankful I am that I found this wonderful site with such tremendous awesome FRIENDS!!! So greatful that everyone shares & stays in contact with all.. so ,,, a great big THANKS...

[ranice]

Thank you for the great information about my eyes and thrist.  I have felt so bad today I have not drank near enough water.  My left feels really swollen.  I always worry when I experience something new.  It is such a relief to be able to post questions and get immediate responses.  My doctor has scheduled my blood draw for November 4th so hopefully I know if this is working.  

[MsDragonSlayer]

You are not alone on eye irritation, for me the key to relief was to stay away from the light, stay out of the sun, if you have to venture out, I wore a hat and sunglasses and keep my skin covered from the sun. Too much light makes my eyes hurt and my vision goes blurry. i have tried eye drops for dry eyes, but it doesn't help much with the swollen feeling. I think the whole head is really effected because I ache deep in my ears and my tounge swells too and always being thirsty comes along with it...so hydration, as nasty as water sometimes tastes, is a constant struggle and necessity. I can not emphasize enough on the importance of drinking water. This too shall pass, knowledge is the key and you are in the right place to get lots of good advice from all these well researched dragon slayers. Good luck, c

[glair]

Enjoy the no sides while they last! If you end up going the full term you will long for a time like that. My first shot I got chills and ran a fever - felt like I had a case of super flu. The shots never effected me like that again but there were plenty of other side effects. The shots would mainly just wipe me out for the weekend but by Monday I would be able to work. This forum has helped me a lot in knowing what to expect - much more than the Drs. tell you. Hope all goes well for you. God Bless