side efffects

[jacksono]

Im supposed to start treatment soon if i can get my anemia under control,  im a carpenter who works outside and was wondering how severe the side effects are and how long they really last ,  i have hep c type 1  and also cirrhosis too  .    thanks for all the help you guys have given me too !

[eureka254]

If you have pre-existing anemia and cirrhosis, treatment can be especially challenging; I hope you are being managed by an experienced hepatologist.  Side effects vary quite a bit from person to person, and what is true of one person may not be true for you, but I hope you have a medical responsive to your needs so that you have optimum chance to complete treatment and reach SVR.  

My husband treated with cirrhosis, and it made him quite anemic; he had skin issues, and found it difficult to stay out in the sun long (landscaper), but hopefully you can arrange to work out of the sun's rays, if possible (if not, profuse, constant sunscreen!). He had other complications here and there, but it was doable (139 weeks worth).  

It's normal to anticipate the worst when looking forward at treatment, but there have been cirrhotics who treated with few side effects, too... hopefully you'll be one of them!  Best of luck to you. ~eureka

[EyesofBlue55]

Is the VA treating you or did you find a trial??Good Luck through it anyway. cindy

[crossroadsec]

It's always do-able. I hope for the best, but plan for those yucky days. They're there n I'm worthless when I get home. Lol. Worst part is I've just been inside at teachers meetings n settn up gradebook.  School doesn't start for a week.
You know, I'm thinking if ur body is used to hard work n heat, you may have more endurance. Let's go w that theory!  :) Karen

[working dog]

i wouldn't count on working construction...i thought i could but can't...i can tell guys what to do a little..but even thats been tough...i think it has to do with if you get anemia or not..a fever isn't that bad but if you can't pick your head up your done...the first week you may feel ok...in fact you may be fine all through tx i just wouldn't count on it...good luck......billy

[hrsepwrguy]

also a good  hypoallergenic and fragrance free lotion and use it very liberally.

[hrsepwrguy]

I was told by study doc to use a hypoallergenic and fragrance free sun screen, soap, deoderant and laundry soap absolutely no dryer sheets.


Keith

[CaughtOffGuard]

Welcome to the forum!  The meds will make your skin more sensitive to sun light. You should apply sunscreen (spf 60 or higher) to any areas of your body that are exposed and re-apply it during day, if you sweat it off.  Also, sporting good stores sell shirts and hats made with a fabric that blocks the rays.

You may want to read through the "side effects" posts in the archives.

----christina
  

[joemc34606]

I work in an auto shop in Florida the heat definitely gets to you, you have to keep yourself hydrated all day, helps with the side a lot. I work six days a week so I do my shot on Saturday afternoon so I can rest that night and Sunday, then I start all over Monday. I'm your you've read everyone sides are dirrerent, but I make it through the dAy and work out in the evening most nights. See if they can gibe you procrit before you start to help you with anemia. Good luck. Joe