Author Topic: Here we go,and I'm ready (Read 95594 times)

BillT · « **Reply #100 on:** November 03, 2015, 08:24:41 am »

Yes you are Philadelphia but I would sooner be staked naked in the middle of a room and covered in catnip in a room full of kittens than wake a woman on riba's at 3 am.

Philadelphia · « **Reply #101 on:** November 03, 2015, 08:28:52 am »

You are clearly wise beyond your years.

JAF · « **Reply #102 on:** November 03, 2015, 09:06:44 am »

Bill i swore I wouldn't treat until they came out with a treatment that did not include interferon or ribas. I whine over a head cold and there was no way I was dealing with those toxic drugs. Luckily when I finally received health insurance a friend recommended my primary doctor. He's the one who informed me that my symptoms were HCV related. He gave me all the info on the new drugs and referred me to my gastro doctor. I loved this guy the minute I met him and he's the one who finally convinced me to treat. He had me approved in 2 weeks. I can't believe tomorrow is day 21. I just hope the next 9 weeks go as well as the first 3. Everyone who braved the old treatments - I applaud you!!

sapphire101 · « **Reply #103 on:** November 03, 2015, 10:32:14 am »

So many paths to choose from on this thread!

Welcome to Club V BillT.
Your liver enzymes are already remarkably low.
ALT&AST are the canaries in the coal mine for liver health.
Hepa (liver) titis (irritation) shows in the liver enzymes first and your liver is chill and at peace which means you likely have no more virus. Woot woot!!

Gnatty now that you mention it I too always pictured the virus critters from the neck down - weird. They could have been anywhere and maybe that was just a bit to creepy to contemplate. Does not matter though because the exterminator is in the building and won't leave until they do.

gnatcatcher · « **Reply #104 on:** November 03, 2015, 10:41:01 am »

Quote from: sapphire101 on November 03, 2015, 10:32:14 am

. . . I too always pictured the virus critters from the neck down - weird. They could have been anywhere and maybe that was just a bit to creepy to contemplate.

Yep, I'm guilty as charged.

Quote from: sapphire101 on November 03, 2015, 10:32:14 am

. . . Does not matter though because the exterminator is in the building and won't leave until they do.

Well put.

BillT · « **Reply #105 on:** November 03, 2015, 12:34:34 pm »

Hi Philadelphia,
I'm only wise depending on who you ask and when.

Hi Jaf,
I'm right behind you in day 18 so we'll finish up together.You and I seem to be getting through this in a very easy way.I'm hoping our luck holds out to.I'm also glad you joined the cure train.

Hi Sapphire,
Thanks.I couldn't be happier with those LFT's.Those were taken on day 12 for what that's worth.My doctor told me point blank he was going to cure me without killing me.I had my doubts but I'm a believer now.

What set me to thinking about the eye thing was a article about a doctor that contracted Ebola.He was cured but months later they found the virus in his eyes.I wonder if it just takes the drugs a while to saturate the places like eyes and the brain where there is no heavy blood flow.There's still a lot to be learned here so I have no idea how this is working.

Cal · « **Reply #106 on:** November 03, 2015, 03:50:09 pm »

Wow, I go to bed and look what I miss out on!

I hoe you got to sleep Bill and are still chasing ZZZs now .

Yeah the virus hides everywhere, it's sneaky,which is why they have to saturate us. A V/L of 0 can still harbour a viral loaded cell somewhere, the brain up and nervous tissue are said to be good hidey holes for it.
Gnatty,
What instruments do you play? My late brother was a classical guitarist. My sons and I however , despite a piano, drum kit, guitars and even a glockenspiel remain gathering dust. Not a musical bone in our bodies I'm sorry to say.

I don't know why the ribas are so prominent this tx. Maybe because we blamed everything on the ifn? But I don't remember the rage either, but it's like child birth, there's lots I don trembler about it, come to think of it there's lots I don't remember about everything.

Good morning from Australia. Cal

beto · « **Reply #107 on:** November 03, 2015, 08:56:04 pm »

OK that woke me up now!

BillT · « **Reply #108 on:** November 03, 2015, 09:15:54 pm »

Hi Cal,
I did get a nice nap today.Maybe I crashed and burned would be a better way to say it.As long as these treatments destroy the dragon they can hide where they want.The great thing is that these are just the beginning and the meds will get better for here.

Hi Beto,
Go back to sleep.I wish I could.

Cindy1955 · « **Reply #109 on:** November 04, 2015, 10:15:49 am »

Quote from: Cindy1955 on November 01, 2015, 07:12:48 pm

Interesting about the vision. I had a cataract repaired in my left eye about 1 1/2 year ago..now my right eye has gotten really bad. It does seem worse since I started treatment 6 weeks in. Have appointment with eye doctor tomorrow, will see what he says. Think I can blame a cataract on HepC? Other eye doctor told me it was too much time in the sun with no sunglasses. Who knows. Will hopefully find out tomorrow.

Update....cataract surgery scheduled in a couple of weeks. Called this morning to Briova to see if there was any reason not to have the surgery or things that I needed to be cautious about. They did not seem to think there was anything of concern. Naturally the eye surgeon has no clue or history with this medication, pharmacy seemed to think it would be OK to go ahead. Pretty sure we are the ones making the history on these meds.

I have an appointment with my GI doctor Monday, will ask him as well although, I do not think he has much knowledge or information on the drug or interactions. Wonder if the virus has added to the vision issues?
Other than that, all is good with the meds. I am into my 6th week, can not believe I am already almost half way

Thanks for all of the great information on this site, has been very helpful and entertaining as well!!!!
Cindy

BillT · « **Reply #110 on:** November 04, 2015, 06:36:00 pm »

Hi Cindy,
I wish you all the best and congratulations on your 6week mark.I have a hernia I need to get fixed but the surgeon refused to do it because of my LFT's.At EOT12 I'm just going to smile and tell him to prep the operating room.

Cal · « **Reply #111 on:** November 05, 2015, 12:01:03 am »

Good luck Cindy,
My Dad had both eyes done last year and he's a new man.

Bill,
I'm having my thyroid removed asap post x. My Gastro said 3-4 months ish post tx. Cal

Cindy1955 · « **Reply #112 on:** November 05, 2015, 07:10:55 am »

Getting older requiring a whole lot more maintenance, doesn't it!

gnatcatcher · « **Reply #113 on:** November 05, 2015, 07:32:29 am »

-sure does. My ancient car goes into the shop less often than I do.

BillT · « **Reply #114 on:** November 05, 2015, 08:00:04 am »

I'm still trying to figure out how you people make side effects,aches and pains,and getting old fun.

gnatcatcher · « **Reply #115 on:** November 05, 2015, 09:48:21 am »

Bill, consider the alternatives. We may as well get our fun however we can.

beto · « **Reply #116 on:** November 05, 2015, 11:12:50 am »

think of all that wisdom we enjoy...when we remember

Else · « **Reply #117 on:** November 05, 2015, 11:58:28 am »

Quote from: Cindy1955 on November 04, 2015, 10:15:49 am

Wonder if the virus has added to the vision issues?

It could be. HCV infection affects the vascular system. I'm glad you're having the procedure!

Cal · « **Reply #118 on:** November 05, 2015, 06:03:38 pm »

Oh Bill,
We have to laugh at ourselves before everyone else starts laughing at us. Though my sons are laughing at my antics already. My youngest said when I told him I only had one more week of RIBA s. " no more RIBA rage then Mum" , I shouted at him of course! Cal

BillT · « **Reply #119 on:** November 06, 2015, 08:21:58 pm »

I just took my last pill to close out week 3 and if I did the math right tomorrow I start week 4.I can't believe I'm this far along already.The kids are probably more thrilled about the ribas being done than you are Cal.

Cal · « **Reply #120 on:** November 06, 2015, 09:52:41 pm »

Bill,
I think you're right about the kids, they point out to me that I am shouting at them at the most inappropriate times

though it's been a slog fir sure. I think it's a bitter sweet drug. Love and hate. Glad it's nearly over. I hope it's the last time I ever have to have it. Cal

BillT · « **Reply #121 on:** November 07, 2015, 10:01:57 am »

I didn't know there was a inappropriate time to shout a kids Cal.

Shhhh...Be vewy vewy quiet.I'm hunting Dwagons.

Cal · « **Reply #122 on:** November 07, 2015, 04:46:26 pm »

Bill,
Excellent point., I'll just keep shouting then. ;Dcal

BillT · « **Reply #123 on:** November 11, 2015, 02:48:19 pm »

Somebody told me today that I was a mean,nasty,irritable SOB before I started this treatment.Then they told me in the 4 weeks I've been on it I've achieved perfection.Who knew it would be that easy?

slats1056 · « **Reply #124 on:** November 11, 2015, 03:58:08 pm »

Bill, Welcome to the designated M.F.er's society

Thought I was one of the few remaining politically incorrect S.O.B.'s left.

BillT · « **Reply #125 on:** November 11, 2015, 08:40:38 pm »

Thank you for the welcome Tommy.I'll try my best not to let the society down.

Fight290 · « **Reply #126 on:** November 11, 2015, 08:43:08 pm »

You all are my angels...

BillT · « **Reply #127 on:** November 11, 2015, 09:04:16 pm »

There's a lot of wonderful people here and we're all in this together Fight.As I said if you have any questions or concerns just ask.Oh,and try to stay out of the way of the conga line when it gets going.

Fight290 · « **Reply #128 on:** November 11, 2015, 09:07:51 pm »

Are you kidding me BillyT? I am strapped with my ret dancing heels and firing red electrical guitar!!!

Fight290 · « **Reply #129 on:** November 11, 2015, 09:11:12 pm »

Thank you

BillT · « **Reply #130 on:** November 11, 2015, 09:12:38 pm »

You're going to fit right in here Fight.lol

Cal · « **Reply #131 on:** November 11, 2015, 11:54:40 pm »

Viekarians are just such better Conga line dancers than Harvonians...hehe.......kidding

slats1056 · « **Reply #132 on:** November 12, 2015, 08:40:09 am »

HEY HEY HEY!!!!Remember who started the conga line My Dear Cal

How are You doing Cal? Feeling any better? Still feeling like crap here. Muddling through. The head aches & joint pain don't seem as intense, just all the time now!

Welcome Bill & Fight!! Been out of commission for a little bit. Just getting caught up. Hope You guys are doing O.K. and having a good Tx. ! Good Luck & smooth sailing.

Cal · « **Reply #133 on:** November 12, 2015, 08:06:36 pm »

Hey Tommy,
I'm Took my last ribas last night. Now to wait for them to start leaving my body. $:-\$
I had a V/L this morning and get results Wednesday. Then will know if to take the fourth month or if I've relapsed then stop all together. Can't wait till Wednesday it's torture.

Sorry you're doing it hard. Get better because you're conga line is growing exponentially!!!

I am feeling like shite thanks. I have open ribas sores all over me now, very sexy! Very tired and brain fogged, hoping it's riba related not the other! But I'm ok. Going away for the weekend soon so will be off air. Need a break from the family, and they need a break from me.

Cal

BillT · « **Reply #134 on:** November 13, 2015, 07:49:37 am »

I'm glad you're finally got to drop the riba Cal.You're going to be fine and it's going to be easier now.Is there any way you can call and get the results before Wednesday?It might be worth a try just for the peace of mind.The worst that can happen is they say no.I get my results today and I'm excited and just a wee bit nervous.I'll post my results this evening.I'd say wish me luck luck but I'm a Viekirian and we don't believe in luck...and we know for a fact we're better conga line dancers than those darn Harvonians.I'm betting that Tommy and the rest have spent weeks watching videos of us trying to figure out how we do it.

slats1056 · « **Reply #135 on:** November 13, 2015, 11:17:06 am »

Hey Cal, Just wondering if You have access to any Aloe Vera? The wife has a big plant growing in the front garden. Always breaking off a piece for cuts ,burns, sores & what not. Works very good. It's natural and grows right back!! Anyone that wants some You can pull a chunk with roots & it grows jus about anywhere.
Bill, good one! I got two left feet anyway. BTW, doesn't Viekira cause delusion.

Madelief · « **Reply #136 on:** November 13, 2015, 03:27:52 pm »

Ha ha so I am a Harvonist wahoeoeoeoe.
Bad temper tonight, mood swings bè, but I started laughing reading here.
Learned a lot again, like the metallic taste in the mouth and the strange taste of food (day 11 today).
BillT I hope you get good results!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh and I like to join the Conga Line ( when its allowed as Harvonist

Greetz from Holland

Else · « **Reply #137 on:** November 13, 2015, 04:35:30 pm »

Lost in translation, Maddy!

A Harvonist is one who plays the Harvoni. But how's is that possible, you say? Easy! Take one empty Harvoni bottle and fill it half way with pebbles, pennies, buttons - use your imagination. Give it a shake et voila! A variation on a gourd rattle.

(hey, some lunatic was suggesting they be used as Christmas tree ornaments.

This is much more festive!)

p.s. gives new meaning to the phrase "shake your moneymaker!"

p.p.s. Madelief you're a Harvonian!

BillT · « **Reply #138 on:** November 13, 2015, 07:06:28 pm »

Well no joy on my VL yet but my AST was 14 and my ALT was 14 also.The only thing that was a bit out of whack was my white blood cells.She told me it looked like I was trying to fight off a infection.I didn't say a word.

gnatcatcher · « **Reply #139 on:** November 13, 2015, 07:15:16 pm »

Such discretion, Bill! Your ALT and AST are terrific -- I'm jealous.

BillT · « **Reply #140 on:** November 13, 2015, 08:11:58 pm »

Thanks Gnatty,not many people are jealous of me.

I'll post my VL as soon as I get it.One other thing before I go for the night.I asked the pharmacist at the VA the grapefruit question.She said there's no problem with the Harvoni but there is with Viekira.Evidently there's one chemical GF reacts with and raises the med level in the blood.I believe someone had said that when it was asked but I can't remember.I apologize for posting that here but I'm too tired to look for the original post.

BillT · « **Reply #141 on:** November 14, 2015, 10:05:30 am »

Oh and I forgot to post the best part of my discussion with her yesterday about my labs.She told me my white cell count was up,her words,like my body was fighting a infection.Tap,tap,tap...hello is anybody in there?

beto · « **Reply #142 on:** November 14, 2015, 12:53:51 pm »

Quote from: Else on November 13, 2015, 04:35:30 pm

Lost in translation, Maddy! A Harvonist is one who plays the Harvoni. But how's is that possible, you say? Easy! Take one empty Harvoni bottle and fill it half way with pebbles, pennies, buttons - use your imagination. Give it a shake et voila! A variation on a gourd rattle.

(hey, some lunatic was suggesting they be used as Christmas tree ornaments. This is much more festive!)

p.s. gives new meaning to the phrase "shake your moneymaker!"

p.p.s. Madelief you're a Harvonian!

Else- I have 3 'havonicas' you are correct, whip out them badboys for the happy dance...am I right? teehee

Bill- I am with Gnatty, I have ast/alt envy

Madelief · « **Reply #143 on:** November 14, 2015, 02:37:52 pm »

Thanks for your explanation Else

I become a Harvonist when my first bottle is empty haha.
Madelief, Harvonian

mjberwick · « **Reply #144 on:** November 14, 2015, 03:02:28 pm »

Hi all, my doctors put me on Having & Ribavarin for 12 weeks, I'm on my 10th week and I'm having really bad side effects from the Ribavarin, I have stage F3 frobrosis, why would my doctor add Ribavarin with the Having, every thing I read says Harvoni by itself should do the trick, I think I'm going to stop the Ribavarin, I would appreciate any feed back on this

mjberwick · « **Reply #145 on:** November 14, 2015, 03:14:36 pm »

Hi all, I should have started with my name is Mike and I'm on my 10th week of Harvoni with Ribavarin , but I'm having bad side effects from the Ribavarin my feet swelled up and are all blistered and did colored and I have this anxiety that is so bad I cannot even hardly describe my feelings, why would my doctor add Ribavarin to the Harvoni, I think I should stop the Ribavarin , any feed back would be appreciated.

Thank you
Mike

Else · « **Reply #146 on:** November 14, 2015, 03:42:28 pm »

MJ, have you been treated for Hep C before and what is your genotype?

No doctors here, but lots of people who've collected lots of information.

mjberwick · « **Reply #147 on:** November 14, 2015, 04:01:01 pm »

Hi all this is Mike again, I have Hep C 1a and I did try interferon for three days a long time ago, but it was onl for 3 days and it made me to sick so I stopped it, but every thing I have read states that Ribavarin is not needed with Harvoni, I would appreciate any feed back

Else · « **Reply #148 on:** November 14, 2015, 04:13:13 pm »

I've read the same, MJ. Hope more people will chime in.

And Monday morning I would talk to your doctor asap as to his reason for ribavirin.

gnatcatcher · « **Reply #149 on:** November 14, 2015, 04:46:22 pm »

Quote from: mjberwick on November 14, 2015, 04:01:01 pm

Hi all this is Mike again, I have Hep C 1a and I did try interferon for three days a long time ago, but it was only for 3 days and it made me to sick so I stopped it, but every thing I have read states that Ribavarin is not needed with Harvoni, I would appreciate any feed back

Hi, Mike --
I finally found the forum thread where someone gave his doctor's explanation for why Ribavirin was added to Harvoni. See Reply #3 here: http://forums.hepmag.com/index.php?topic=3169.0

Also, one of our forum moderators, Lynn K., got cured on the Harvoni + Ribavirin combination. I hope she'll see this thread and chime in.

The ultimate answer for you, of course, comes from your doctor -- why he or she feels it is necessary in your case.

Gnatty

Cal · « **Reply #150 on:** November 15, 2015, 07:10:00 pm »

Hi,
If you have to take ribas like had too, then you can help with some of the sxs. I keep my feet higher than my head for a few hours to deal with swollen issues. I got valium for the anxiety. But check with your Specialist and tell them about the sxs. It's an endurance test. Keep posting and we can reassure you that riba sxs are pretty universal. You can do this. Cal

BillT · « **Reply #151 on:** November 17, 2015, 08:42:31 am »

Oh my God...UNDETECTED!!! I've never been so relieved in all of my life!!!

Come on Cali girl,make my day,and make it 2 in a row!!!

“So comes snow after fire, and even dragons have their endings."

― J.R.R. Tolkien, The Hobbit

KimInTheForest · « **Reply #152 on:** November 17, 2015, 08:45:10 am »

FANTASTIC BILL! CONGRATS!

BillT · « **Reply #153 on:** November 17, 2015, 09:06:38 am »

Thank you Kim.I know it's not over yet but I needed to hear that.

gnatcatcher · « **Reply #154 on:** November 17, 2015, 10:44:43 am »

Bill, I hope you won't get tired of hearing that, because I'm thrilled for you, too. Great quote!

Gnatty

beto · « **Reply #155 on:** November 17, 2015, 10:55:07 am »

ditto great quote Bill...

Wonderful news. We all know that feeling of relief after much anticipation. During "result week" I never know if its best to go on line or wait for the docs office. I have trained them well at the office to blurt out "undetected!!!" at the get go. Sometimes I let it go to messages...torture. Yes I am a total results wussy. hehe

Else · « **Reply #156 on:** November 17, 2015, 12:21:01 pm »

YES!!!

Stupendous!

And I think, with that quote, you've discovered what should be the official motto of the Hep C forums.

I for one will be adding it to my signature line when I get my EOT 12 results!

Cal · « **Reply #157 on:** November 17, 2015, 03:42:55 pm »

Bill,
You did it! I am stoked for you. I will try to make it a second one today. I will know in about 4 more hours! Quiver. Cal

Philadelphia · « **Reply #158 on:** November 17, 2015, 03:58:24 pm »

I said it in the post treatment results thread, but I'll say it again because it's worth hearing again - congratulations!

BillT · « **Reply #159 on:** November 17, 2015, 04:10:02 pm »

Thank you Beto,Else,and Cal,
I knew it was going to happen but just hearing it makes it real.

Beto,
I'm able to access my records through the Veterans Admin. but they didn't post yet so I called.I had to know.

The nurse I spoke with said she wasn't suppose to give it to me but that "You should talk to your doctor about the undetected results.".lol

Else,
I've been waiting to use that quote.We should use that as the board motto.I think I'm going to have a shirt made with that on the front and SVR12 and the date on the back.

Cali,
I know your's is going to come back as good as mine.That's the only thing that could make this day better.

I'll be checking back so post as soon as you find out...like we'd be able to stop you.

You keep saying it Philadelphia.You say it so well and with so much meaning to it.

Madelief · « **Reply #160 on:** November 17, 2015, 04:38:24 pm »

BillT,
Great news, CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
Hiep hiep Hoeraaaaaa!!!!
What a good quote....
Madelief.
And now waiting for the good news from Cal

I hope times goes quick these hours.

BillT · « **Reply #161 on:** November 17, 2015, 05:05:21 pm »

Thank you Madelief,
I feel bad because I know someone else has their results coming this week and I can't remember who it is.Thinking isn't high on my list right now.lol I never thought I would ever see this day in my lifetime.Hell they didn't even try to kill me this time which is a major bonus.

mjberwick · « **Reply #162 on:** November 18, 2015, 02:25:12 pm »

Hi all I very much appreciated the response to my post, I saw my Doctor yesterday 11/17/15 and he said he put me on the Harvoni with the Ribavarin because I tried the Interfreon with Ribavarin years ago I only took three injections and I stopped but he said it didn't matter and he said also because of the amount of scar tissue on my liver, but I'm still Hep C 1a, anyway I told him I feel like the Ribavarin was killing me, feet all blistering and swelling all the way to my knees, and the anxiety, I want to crawl out of my own skin, so I only have 6 more days left on both medications and my doctor gave me a prescription of Alprazolam .5mg for the anxiety , I actually had to take two at once last night and I was able to actually sleep all night and that terrible feeling I have been suffering with seems a lot better, so I have 6 days left and I will be finished on 11/24/15, thank you GOD, I believe the medication my doctor gave me is also called Xanax it seemed to really do the trick, I feel like I have been having every side effect know from the Ribavarin and it just all started building up in me over the weeks, I first noticed my feet swelled all up and then they would go down one foot first then the other one and then they would start again, very hard to even get my regular shoes on, but just 6 more days I can do it now because that terrible anxiety seems under control for right now , this 12 week journey has not been a cake walk, at night when I would lay down to try to sleep I felt like if I actually fell asleep that I would stop breathing and die, this last month has been hell to go through if anybody else is having these anxiety feeling talk to your doctor about being put on the Xanax because so far it seems to be working for me

Thank you all

Mike

Philadelphia · « **Reply #163 on:** November 18, 2015, 03:32:08 pm »

Good on you for getting help to get through your treatment Mike. You are nearly there!

Cal · « **Reply #164 on:** November 18, 2015, 04:56:39 pm »

Hi mike,
Those ribas are terrible. I had them before in my first tx but it was not as bad as this time. I also had every RIBA event known to man and woman. I went off the ribas at 12 weeks which was a week ago and am going through more sxs like it's ribas in reverse or something. I am on Valium and Temazepam t o sleep. It ain't no picnic. I know others have done the ribas without sxs but a few of us have been bad. One nearly gave up, so credit yourself for hanging in, especially through those long nights. Cal

JAF · « **Reply #165 on:** November 18, 2015, 10:47:53 pm »

Bill. I'm so happy for you!!! I called my doctor for my results earlier today because the lab told me 2-3 days but my doctor said it takes more like a week. Since I had them done on Saturday I'm guessing Friday or Monday. I'm not sweating it. I know I'll be way down in numbers! Way to go on undetectable!

Cali - any news yet?

Mike - I've been on alprazolam for over a year now. Yes it is the generic form of Xanax, and it helps a lot with the anxiety. I was also taking ambien for sleep but I would wake up with my heart racing and a headache. My doctor just added an extra Xanax to replace the ambien. I sleep better, wake up calmer and haven't had headaches. Best of luck to you.

beto · « **Reply #166 on:** November 18, 2015, 11:17:21 pm »

JAF,

Cal Pal did get her results....and...UD!! She will pipe up soon I am sure on this thread.

JAF · « **Reply #167 on:** November 19, 2015, 06:01:00 am »

I'm so happy for both of you!! Hope to be posting mine any day now.

BillT · « **Reply #168 on:** November 19, 2015, 07:32:22 am »

Good morning Jaf and thank you.You were the one I couldn't think of that also had news coming this week.I couldn't remember for the life of me who it was.I'm pulling for you and know you're going to ace this test,and I can't wait to hear your results.Having 3 of us with UD in one week would be amazing.Get your dancing shoes out because you're going to need them.

“Fairy tales are more than true;not because they tell us that dragons exist,but
because they tell us that dragons can be beaten.”
― Neil Gaiman

BillT · « **Reply #169 on:** November 19, 2015, 08:08:50 am »

They finally posted my results online.Now I feel like it's real.

Plasma (substance) Specimen
Collected on 12 Nov 2015 @ 1029 at VIERA CBOC (EFF. 10/1/06)
Test results slightly outside the reference range are not unusual. Your provider has reviewed your test results and will contact you for any important issues. If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact your primary care provider. If you have an amended test and you want to see the history, go to the Comments on the Details page.

Test Name   Result   Units   Reference Range   Test Details
HEPATITIS C VIRUS RNA   Not detected   IU/mL   >=12-<=100,000,000   Details
HEPATITIS C VIRUS RNA   Not detected   log10   >=1.08-<=8.0   Details

Cal · « **Reply #170 on:** November 19, 2015, 05:00:48 pm »

Hi ?Jaf,
Isn't it awful waiting, waiting...thank you fir your wishes. It's early morning in Australia so I'll look in today to see if you've posted. As Bill said 3 in one week would be awesome! Cal

Cal · « **Reply #171 on:** November 19, 2015, 05:03:08 pm »

Hi Bill,
I picked up a hard copy from my GP yesterday, it was so nice to see it. I showed
It to my family and they were really happy for me. To see it makes itsoooo real! Cal

Madelief · « **Reply #172 on:** November 19, 2015, 05:42:34 pm »

BillT,
That must be the best words to read in your life!!
And it is so nice for me to read it, it gives so much positive feelings

Madelief

Else · « **Reply #173 on:** November 19, 2015, 08:15:13 pm »

Congrats everyone. So much good news these days!!!

Cindy1955 · « **Reply #174 on:** November 19, 2015, 10:32:52 pm »

Bill;
So happy for you

Rosie13 · « **Reply #175 on:** November 19, 2015, 11:48:26 pm »

Bill, there you go WINNING!!! Love to hear it! congrats

BillT · « **Reply #176 on:** November 20, 2015, 11:45:13 am »

It's such a great feeling to see the actual result Cal.I can't think of a better feeling in the world.I knew you were going to be fine.Now see how easy that was?

Madelief I try to laugh every chance I get.Every time I see another dragon die it puts a smile on my face.Your good news is just around the corner and I can't wait for it.

I never thought I would see days like these Else.It makes everything we go through to get here worth it.

Thank you Cindy.We're batting 1000 so far this week.I can't wait for Jaf's news.

Thank you to Rosie.I loved hearing it to.The only problem I see now is who's going to get to lead the conga line.

BillT · « **Reply #177 on:** November 20, 2015, 11:55:05 am »

I couldn't resist.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvS2OtG2SHc

Else · « **Reply #178 on:** November 20, 2015, 12:20:30 pm »

Nice!

Cal · « **Reply #179 on:** November 20, 2015, 06:01:33 pm »

Superb Bill. Cal

Rosie13 · « **Reply #180 on:** November 20, 2015, 09:24:52 pm »

You are!conga leader

BillT · « **Reply #181 on:** November 27, 2015, 06:57:32 am »

I'm so happy.I put off my Thanksgiving so I could celebrate it today.As of tonight I finish up week 6 of my tx.I'm UD and officially half way through.Life is good.

Else · « **Reply #182 on:** November 27, 2015, 11:20:27 am »

1/2 home Bill! Life is indeed good!

Enjoy your Thanksgiving.

Madelief · « **Reply #183 on:** November 27, 2015, 11:26:16 am »

Wish you a very happy thanksgiving

Madelief

Rosie13 · « **Reply #184 on:** November 27, 2015, 11:41:38 am »

Happy Thanksgiving to all! We are counting our blessings on this forum...so happy for all the svr's!!!!!

slats1056 · « **Reply #185 on:** November 27, 2015, 12:18:16 pm »

Bill, I know what You mean! I say screw it, I'm celebrating for a week or until Sx.s take over again. Still lead Man in the Conga line? I'm the whip bringing up there rear!
Hey there Rosie! How goes it in Your world?
Madelief, Hope Life & Tx. are treating You well.

This is truly a time of giving thanks. Amazing times We live in with all of the Medical breakthroughs and treatment now and on the Horizon! Be well all and enjoy Your New Lives!

Cal · « **Reply #186 on:** November 27, 2015, 05:41:59 pm »

Hi a Tommy,
His are you my friend? You sound better date I say? I'm in post tx stage now. It's over 2 weeks ince I stopped ribas.still have 3 weeks approx to go am doing 17? Weeks now (odd number). Just getting as much Viekira as we can. Cal

slats1056 · « **Reply #187 on:** November 27, 2015, 06:34:36 pm »

Funny You should ask Madam! I was just looking around for You to check on You. Feeling good right at the moment. Actually the last couple of days. How are things down under in the Land of Oz? Still having some Riba withdrawal sides? I know a couple of weeks back talking with Drummerman that He was having a rough go even after the Ribas. Seems it takes a lot longer to get them out of Your system than the other Meds. Hope You are doing better. You are in the home stretch of Tx. My Dear

. If only the Viekira will be nice to You as You coast to the end of Your Epic trials & tribulations of Tx.

I'M NOT CRAZY--I'M JUST SPECIAL!! NO WAIT, MAYBE I AM CRAZY--ONE SECOND....I HAVE TO TALK TO MYSELF ABOUT THIS, HOLD ON.........

Else · « **Reply #188 on:** November 27, 2015, 07:03:35 pm »

You're crazy Tommy! Magnificently so.

Wonderfully so!

slats1056 · « **Reply #189 on:** November 27, 2015, 07:08:42 pm »

So says the CRAZY LADY WITH THE COOKIES!!!!. No offense, Me like cookie!!! NOM NOM NOM

Else · « **Reply #190 on:** November 27, 2015, 07:13:10 pm »

Have you started The Walking Dead yet?

slats1056 · « **Reply #191 on:** November 27, 2015, 07:44:27 pm »

Checking the channels for marathons over the weekends. Got My machete and pistol ready to go. Now I need to bake Me some cookies

. Maybe I'll go to the bakery!!!!

Else · « **Reply #192 on:** November 27, 2015, 07:59:38 pm »

I'm going old school. "The Twilight Zone". Those shows really hold up! Good ol' Rod Serling (and too many leftover desserts to name

) What a combo!

slats1056 · « **Reply #193 on:** November 27, 2015, 08:05:39 pm »

O.K., this is going to date Me. What about Wierd or Eerie. Used to come on late Friday night. Use to have to beg to stay up late to watch them. Ma always said " NO, They will give You nightmares!!"

Else · « **Reply #194 on:** November 27, 2015, 08:22:26 pm »

Hmmm. Doesn't ring a bell. The only other "spooky" I remember was "The Outer Limits". I wasn't supposed to watch either one.

Great way to make sure a kid tunes into a show!

Cal · « **Reply #195 on:** November 27, 2015, 08:58:45 pm »

Hi Tommy,
SO good that you are starting to feel better. I have been wondering about Drummerman. I know he had it rough on the ribas too poor thing. Yeah I'm in the middle of post tx. I should be on the "Other side" I think, but still have 3 weeks Viekira to go. Yeah feeling pretty rough but underneath that I have all this energy! If only my body would cooperate I could really have a good time. Danced to Some oldie this morning, Queen, Michael Jackson, Nirvana. I am listening to Pink Floyd now. All in all you're just another brick in the wall! I've decided that's my exercise of choice some manic dancing to push these muscles back into gear. It provides by two sons with a laugh watching me anyways......Cal

Cal · « **Reply #196 on:** November 27, 2015, 09:01:57 pm »

Else,
Twightlight Zone, boy that was the ultimate in scary in it's day! I am not liking the new AMerican Horror Story. I loved the other ones. Cal

Else · « **Reply #197 on:** November 27, 2015, 10:33:53 pm »

Cal!!! LMAO picturing you doing the moonwalk or lip-syncing Freddie Mercury.

You're on the mend for sure.

Funny thing. I just couldn't do American Horror Story (despite my apparent bloodlust vis-a-vis walkers, erm, I mean zombies). I must have caught an especially creepy episode.

I'm tellin' ya, Twilight Zone is STILL awesome - and Netflixable. Great writing like this is timeless. This is my kinda night!

chuck3a · « **Reply #198 on:** November 28, 2015, 01:34:25 am »

Okay everyone, let's join Cal in manic dancing exercising. here is some Queen to start us off.

I've paid my dues
Time after time.
I've done my sentence
But committed no crime.
And bad mistakes ‒
I've made a few.
I've had my share of sand kicked in my face
But I've come through.

(And I need just go on and on, and on, and on)

We are the champions, my friends,
And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end.
We are the champions.
We are the champions.
No time for losers
'Cause we are the champions of the world.

I've taken my bows
And my curtain calls
You brought me fame and fortune and everything that goes with it
I thank you all

But it's been no bed of roses,
No pleasure cruise.
I consider it a challenge before the whole human race
And I ain't gonna lose.

(And I need just go on and on, and on, and on)

We are the champions, my friends,
And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end.
We are the champions.
We are the champions.
No time for losers
'Cause we are the champions of the world.

We are the champions, my friends,
And we'll keep on fighting 'til the end.
We are the champions.
We are the champions.
No time for losers
'Cause we are the champions.

Cal · « **Reply #199 on:** November 28, 2015, 01:59:54 am »

Else,
Yes I certainly have not got that apathy thing happening. I am re covering the dining chairs, I've done 3 in today's. I have this new real energy, I love it! But body says No! I'm going to make you have pain and weakness so stop now and lie down! We have yo come to some negotiable compromise.

No couldn't grab the characters if plot line in this season of American Horror Story at all. Writing has always been superb. Favourites are mental asylum, which was awesome and the freaks. Cal

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