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I'm sorry if I am posting too much today, I finally got my pos test results and am trying to figure things out b4 I go to the gastro. I know things are gonna go fast and I wanna be prepared since I have bad reactions to alot of things. I'm afraid they're gonna decide I'm not a good candidate for tx, and I don't know what info is important. I had chicken pox twice. I was suspected to have german measles as a kid even though I was vaccinated and I have a current(possibly 2 strains) eppstein barr infection. My ANA, TSH, and SED rate are all normal, but obviously my immune system has issues. Auto immune disorders also run in my family. I also have bipolar disorders and have had unexplained seizures in the past year. I know some of these things I have to tell them, but I have a young daughter and I am terrified they are gonna deny tx. So I guess my question is, what info should I give them and what is it ok to exclude?
I think the most important thing is to be as hinest and forthcoming as possible.
I don't think childhood measles, mumps, chickenpox matter. Most of us have had them, at least those of us who are older.
However, the other conditions you mentioned should definitely be disclosed. Any current conditions should be disclosed. Any previous abnormal lab work should be disclosed. (So Epstein Barre, seizures, bipolar disorder should all be disclosed along with anything else you have not mentioned.) Often treatment can proceed but the doc needs to know about current and previous medical problems because sometimes adjustments need to be made.
The bipolar disorder won't disqualify you unless it is not controlled. There are plenty of us treating who have histories of either unipolar or bipolar disorder. The docs will probably want you to be evaluated by a psychiatrist (unless you are already being treated by one) and also they will want you on meds for the disorder while treating (at least I am pretty sure they will). Interferon can cause depression and mood disorders so that needs to be under control before treatment starts. Again, many of us are on antidepressants and we are doing fine on treatment.
Just be as honest and forthcoming as possible. Here's wishing you the best.
I don't think childhood measles, mumps, chickenpox matter. Most of us have had them, at least those of us who are older.
However, the other conditions you mentioned should definitely be disclosed. Any current conditions should be disclosed. Any previous abnormal lab work should be disclosed. (So Epstein Barre, seizures, bipolar disorder should all be disclosed along with anything else you have not mentioned.) Often treatment can proceed but the doc needs to know about current and previous medical problems because sometimes adjustments need to be made.
The bipolar disorder won't disqualify you unless it is not controlled. There are plenty of us treating who have histories of either unipolar or bipolar disorder. The docs will probably want you to be evaluated by a psychiatrist (unless you are already being treated by one) and also they will want you on meds for the disorder while treating (at least I am pretty sure they will). Interferon can cause depression and mood disorders so that needs to be under control before treatment starts. Again, many of us are on antidepressants and we are doing fine on treatment.
Just be as honest and forthcoming as possible. Here's wishing you the best.
Don't exclude any information when it comes to discussions with your doctor.
Have you had a biopsy yet? Just curious because you're already anticipating needing immediate Tx.
Seemed overwhelmed but you have to try and remain calm and get a clear train of thought before discussions with your doctor.
Have you had a biopsy yet? Just curious because you're already anticipating needing immediate Tx.
Seemed overwhelmed but you have to try and remain calm and get a clear train of thought before discussions with your doctor.
Thanks , I didn't know if I should be posting multiple questions or just discuss it in one thread. I'm new to this whole forum thing. I stay very informed and with time will be able to contribute my own knowledge. So I will re post this question in one of the other threads and delete this one (if I can).
Just a suggestion . You have three different threads going at the same time :).
There is nothing wrong with asking lots of questions y,however it would be much easier for us to help out if you just stick to one thread .so everybody isn't jumping around and not knowing what has already been answered.
There are some very knowlegable folks here that will help you with all your questions..
Best ..
Will
There is nothing wrong with asking lots of questions y,however it would be much easier for us to help out if you just stick to one thread .so everybody isn't jumping around and not knowing what has already been answered.
There are some very knowlegable folks here that will help you with all your questions..
Best ..
Will
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