Saw The Doc - Have Some Answers

[FlGuy]

Went to see doc#3, one of those

[Mister beagle bailey]

Does anyone remember the site that was posted a few weeks ago on finding a hep C dr in the area in which you live?

Tulsa needs one in or around Tulsa OK.

Thanks

Beagle

[dancegirl54]

FLguy - was thrilled to see my doc's name on that list, "Nez"
I am very happy tho not on tx yet, son will be very very soon

paris - was it you that went to csny? I am going wednesday night and cannot wait!!!!!!

[Kalio1]

I am so jealous of you guys getting to see CSNY! I want to see them so bad!

[friole]

fl -- great consult.  Lots of answers and lots of options.  I like the fact that he will advise your tx doctor.  I am sure your brain is on strain, trying to make this decision, but I think I know which way you will go (traditional combo - longer time, and weight-based riba).

Good advice to all looking at trials. Get in the radar.

az girl - wondered how you were doing.  I am so glad you cleared at 4 weeks.  Don't geno 3s have a lot of fatty liver (steotosis) issues too which complicate matters?  Do you have any of this?  I really think the information is lacking on extending treatment, or re-treating for geno 2s and 3s.  How is your family, and are you able to keep up with your business on tx?
kathy

[cuteus]

here is an interesting article for two's and 3's
http://www.natap.org/2006/DDW/DDW_24.htm

and the latest list of hep c articles
http://www.natap.org/hcv.htm

there are quite a few on cirrhosis in last yrs' archives on that site, please read them.

[amommy]

Fl Guy, thanks for the info about your consult!  You are SO on the road to getting this thing GONE!  Have you thought more about what your course of action will be, or are you going to take your time making a decision?  I will be thinking of you and I am interested in keeping up with what you decide!

NYGirl, I have seen a lot of info saying that geno 3's are relapsing more and might consider the longer treatment.  Can you point me in the direction of information about geno 2's?  Each time you mention this, I forget to ask.  I am curious for articles or other info that indicates geno 2's should now treat more than 24.  Thanks!

Amirtracy, you cleared early on right?  I truly believe that you did not hurt your chances for SVR by reducing to a dose that is now weight based for you.  Hang in there.  I hope you are feeling better!