Guest guest Report post Posted February 8, 2000 Hi there, The treatment really effects everyone differently. I've heard some say they were too sick to even get out of bed, and others who said they never even noticed any side effects. I guess most fall somewhere in between. Most people find that things aren't too bad after the first couple of weeks. The biggest complaint for me was the fatigue. Of course, my thyroid died on me and I got anemic, and also had insomnia, so I had kind of a quadruple wammy going there. Luckily I didn't have to work so I could take naps when ever I needed to. Whenever you start to feel bad keep reminding yourself about the purpose of the medications. The first injection is usually pretty bad. Muscle pain, fever, nausea, etc. However, the next injection is nothing like the first. I always tell people that because if someone hadn't of told me that I don't think I would have had the courage to do the second one. Make sure you drink plenty of water. The medications will dehydrate you and that can make you feel much worse, especially with headaches and nausea. Frozen juice bars, ginger tea, ginger snaps, those are all good for nausea. If you start vomiting you should let your doctor know. There are medications that can help with nausea. The same goes for insomnia, if that becomes a problem A lot of people have a hard time with depression. It is a side effect of both interferon and ribavirin. If you start feeling down, or very irritable, crying easily, etc., be honest with your doctor and tell him. Everything is so much harder to deal with when you are depressed, and an antidepressant can help so much. The only vitamin my doctor ever recommended to me was a B-Complex. You definitely should avoid iron and iron fortified foods, they are bad for your liver, especially while on medication. There has been some literature out stating that extra vit. E (800IU) and vit. C (1000mg.) will help delay the ribavirin-induced anemia that is so common. My doctor finely kicked me in the butt and told me to start getting out and getting some exercise, so I started walking, going a little farther every day, and I really did start feeling better, both physically and mentally. How much exercise you do probably depends a lot on how much exercise you get now, what kind of shape you are in. Just do something, if for no other reason, to get out of the house! I hope I've been some help to you. There are lots of good web sites with lots of information. Hepatitis-Central is very good. Good luck with your treatments! Claudine ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 8, 2000 Hi there, The treatment really effects everyone differently. I've heard some say they were too sick to even get out of bed, and others who said they never even noticed any side effects. I guess most fall somewhere in between. Most people find that things aren't too bad after the first couple of weeks. The biggest complaint for me was the fatigue. Of course, my thyroid died on me and I got anemic, and also had insomnia, so I had kind of a quadruple wammy going there. Luckily I didn't have to work so I could take naps when ever I needed to. Whenever you start to feel bad keep reminding yourself about the purpose of the medications. The first injection is usually pretty bad. Muscle pain, fever, nausea, etc. However, the next injection is nothing like the first. I always tell people that because if someone hadn't of told me that I don't think I would have had the courage to do the second one. Make sure you drink plenty of water. The medications will dehydrate you and that can make you feel much worse, especially with headaches and nausea. Frozen juice bars, ginger tea, ginger snaps, those are all good for nausea. If you start vomiting you should let your doctor know. There are medications that can help with nausea. The same goes for insomnia, if that becomes a problem A lot of people have a hard time with depression. It is a side effect of both interferon and ribavirin. If you start feeling down, or very irritable, crying easily, etc., be honest with your doctor and tell him. Everything is so much harder to deal with when you are depressed, and an antidepressant can help so much. The only vitamin my doctor ever recommended to me was a B-Complex. You definitely should avoid iron and iron fortified foods, they are bad for your liver, especially while on medication. There has been some literature out stating that extra vit. E (800IU) and vit. C (1000mg.) will help delay the ribavirin-induced anemia that is so common. My doctor finely kicked me in the butt and told me to start getting out and getting some exercise, so I started walking, going a little farther every day, and I really did start feeling better, both physically and mentally. How much exercise you do probably depends a lot on how much exercise you get now, what kind of shape you are in. Just do something, if for no other reason, to get out of the house! I hope I've been some help to you. There are lots of good web sites with lots of information. Hepatitis-Central is very good. Good luck with your treatments! Claudine ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 8, 2000 Hi there, The treatment really effects everyone differently. I've heard some say they were too sick to even get out of bed, and others who said they never even noticed any side effects. I guess most fall somewhere in between. Most people find that things aren't too bad after the first couple of weeks. The biggest complaint for me was the fatigue. Of course, my thyroid died on me and I got anemic, and also had insomnia, so I had kind of a quadruple wammy going there. Luckily I didn't have to work so I could take naps when ever I needed to. Whenever you start to feel bad keep reminding yourself about the purpose of the medications. The first injection is usually pretty bad. Muscle pain, fever, nausea, etc. However, the next injection is nothing like the first. I always tell people that because if someone hadn't of told me that I don't think I would have had the courage to do the second one. Make sure you drink plenty of water. The medications will dehydrate you and that can make you feel much worse, especially with headaches and nausea. Frozen juice bars, ginger tea, ginger snaps, those are all good for nausea. If you start vomiting you should let your doctor know. There are medications that can help with nausea. The same goes for insomnia, if that becomes a problem A lot of people have a hard time with depression. It is a side effect of both interferon and ribavirin. If you start feeling down, or very irritable, crying easily, etc., be honest with your doctor and tell him. Everything is so much harder to deal with when you are depressed, and an antidepressant can help so much. The only vitamin my doctor ever recommended to me was a B-Complex. You definitely should avoid iron and iron fortified foods, they are bad for your liver, especially while on medication. There has been some literature out stating that extra vit. E (800IU) and vit. C (1000mg.) will help delay the ribavirin-induced anemia that is so common. My doctor finely kicked me in the butt and told me to start getting out and getting some exercise, so I started walking, going a little farther every day, and I really did start feeling better, both physically and mentally. How much exercise you do probably depends a lot on how much exercise you get now, what kind of shape you are in. Just do something, if for no other reason, to get out of the house! I hope I've been some help to you. There are lots of good web sites with lots of information. Hepatitis-Central is very good. Good luck with your treatments! Claudine ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 8, 2000 Hi there, The treatment really effects everyone differently. I've heard some say they were too sick to even get out of bed, and others who said they never even noticed any side effects. I guess most fall somewhere in between. Most people find that things aren't too bad after the first couple of weeks. The biggest complaint for me was the fatigue. Of course, my thyroid died on me and I got anemic, and also had insomnia, so I had kind of a quadruple wammy going there. Luckily I didn't have to work so I could take naps when ever I needed to. Whenever you start to feel bad keep reminding yourself about the purpose of the medications. The first injection is usually pretty bad. Muscle pain, fever, nausea, etc. However, the next injection is nothing like the first. I always tell people that because if someone hadn't of told me that I don't think I would have had the courage to do the second one. Make sure you drink plenty of water. The medications will dehydrate you and that can make you feel much worse, especially with headaches and nausea. Frozen juice bars, ginger tea, ginger snaps, those are all good for nausea. If you start vomiting you should let your doctor know. There are medications that can help with nausea. The same goes for insomnia, if that becomes a problem A lot of people have a hard time with depression. It is a side effect of both interferon and ribavirin. If you start feeling down, or very irritable, crying easily, etc., be honest with your doctor and tell him. Everything is so much harder to deal with when you are depressed, and an antidepressant can help so much. The only vitamin my doctor ever recommended to me was a B-Complex. You definitely should avoid iron and iron fortified foods, they are bad for your liver, especially while on medication. There has been some literature out stating that extra vit. E (800IU) and vit. C (1000mg.) will help delay the ribavirin-induced anemia that is so common. My doctor finely kicked me in the butt and told me to start getting out and getting some exercise, so I started walking, going a little farther every day, and I really did start feeling better, both physically and mentally. How much exercise you do probably depends a lot on how much exercise you get now, what kind of shape you are in. Just do something, if for no other reason, to get out of the house! I hope I've been some help to you. There are lots of good web sites with lots of information. Hepatitis-Central is very good. Good luck with your treatments! Claudine ______________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted March 31, 2000 Sorry typo I wanted to say body lotion, not boy lotion. lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted March 31, 2000 Sorry typo I wanted to say body lotion, not boy lotion. lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted March 31, 2000 Yes, I lost a lot of my hair, but it all came back. Good luck, Les Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted March 31, 2000 Yes, I lost a lot of my hair, but it all came back. Good luck, Les Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted March 31, 2000 As I have told others go get some cheesecloth and regular oatmeal not quick kind. take the Cheesecloth and put oatmeal in the middle and then tie in a knot with oatmeal in a ball and wet it good till you see a cloudy type fluid come from it and rub on your body. My mom always used it for rashes and is good for skin also. And it relieves itching and pain. Aveeno has it in it. But much cheaper and better the old fashion way I told you...Connie --- kimi <kimi@...> wrote: > HI ALL...... I AM AT A BLUNDER ...BEEN ON COMBO FOR > 5 MONTHS WITH LITTLE SIDE EFFECTS I COULDNT > HANDLE..UNTIL THESE LAST FEW WEEKS.....I DEVELOPED A > SEVERE RASH AND STINGING BUMPS ALL OVER THE BODY > WENT TO GI SENT ME TO DERMATOLOGIST/CANCER > SPECIALIST..BACK TO GI WITH RECOMMENDATION TO > DISCONTINUETHE TREATMENT....DR. SAYS GIVE IT A > COUPLE MONTHS COME BACK AND WELL SEE WHATS UP > ......SO....MY QUESTION: IS THERE SOMEONE WHOS > EXPERIENCED THIS AND WHAT OTHER TREATMENT IS THERE > ??? ANY HOPE? I AM STRESSED OUT OVER THIS ....ALL > LEVELS BEEN NORMAL SINCE THE 3 MO. WHAT ARE MY > OPTIONS DOES ANYONE KNOW? I AM THANKFUL FOR ANY > RESPONSE ...THANKS, KIM > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > __________________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted March 31, 2000 As I have told others go get some cheesecloth and regular oatmeal not quick kind. take the Cheesecloth and put oatmeal in the middle and then tie in a knot with oatmeal in a ball and wet it good till you see a cloudy type fluid come from it and rub on your body. My mom always used it for rashes and is good for skin also. And it relieves itching and pain. Aveeno has it in it. But much cheaper and better the old fashion way I told you...Connie --- kimi <kimi@...> wrote: > HI ALL...... I AM AT A BLUNDER ...BEEN ON COMBO FOR > 5 MONTHS WITH LITTLE SIDE EFFECTS I COULDNT > HANDLE..UNTIL THESE LAST FEW WEEKS.....I DEVELOPED A > SEVERE RASH AND STINGING BUMPS ALL OVER THE BODY > WENT TO GI SENT ME TO DERMATOLOGIST/CANCER > SPECIALIST..BACK TO GI WITH RECOMMENDATION TO > DISCONTINUETHE TREATMENT....DR. SAYS GIVE IT A > COUPLE MONTHS COME BACK AND WELL SEE WHATS UP > ......SO....MY QUESTION: IS THERE SOMEONE WHOS > EXPERIENCED THIS AND WHAT OTHER TREATMENT IS THERE > ??? ANY HOPE? I AM STRESSED OUT OVER THIS ....ALL > LEVELS BEEN NORMAL SINCE THE 3 MO. WHAT ARE MY > OPTIONS DOES ANYONE KNOW? I AM THANKFUL FOR ANY > RESPONSE ...THANKS, KIM > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > __________________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 17, 2001 I am a drug and alcohol counselor and have worked with many Hep C infected clients. It is transmitted through blood only. Although they don't totally understand how it works. Of monogomous couples in long term relationships, ( 20 yrs ) where one partner is infected , there is a less than 5% chance of the uninfected partner catching Hep C. It is not transmitted to fetus during pregnancy either. Right now around 50% of the people who contract Hep C develop fatal symptoms. So... this one is pretty hard to catch and I know people infected for 20 years who are living with it just fine. Hep C How is Hep. C trasmitted. My sister, who knows zip about vaccinations and illness, who thinks tetnus is gotten through rusty nails and that ER is a real life show, was arguing with me that her friend got is from being coughed on. I said I thought it was most likely a blood or bodily fluid disease and not air borne. L.Proud mom to Autumn 1-13-97 & Zoe 8-8-00 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 17, 2001 >How is Hep. C trasmitted. My sister, who knows zip about vaccinations and illness, who thinks tetnus is gotten through rusty nails and that ER is a real life show, was arguing with me that her friend got is from being coughed on. I said I thought it was most likely a blood or bodily fluid disease and not air borne. > > L. >Proud mom to Autumn 1-13-97 & Zoe 8-8-00 I hope she isn't have sex with this friend. Well, if you believe what they say it is thru blood and sexual relationships. But I don't believe much of anything any more said by the medical community. It is definitely NOT airborn and from a cough. He's feeding her a line a mile long. Sheri -------------------------------------------------------- Sheri Nakken, R.N., MA Vaccination Information & Choice Network, Nevada City CA & UK 530-478-1242 Voicemail http://www.nccn.net/~wwithin/vaccine.htm " All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men ( & women) do nothing " ...Edmund Burke ANY INFO OBTAINED HERE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS MEDICAL OR LEGAL ADVICE. THE DECISION TO VACCINATE IS YOURS AND YOURS ALONE. Well Within's Earth Mysteries & Sacred Site Tours http://www.nccn.net/~wwithin International Tours, Homestudy Courses, ANTHRAX & OTHER Vaccine Dangers Education, Homeopathic Education CEU's for nurses, Books & Multi-Pure Water Filters Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 19, 2001 My heart goes out to you, and good luck on the Mayo study. I will pray for you. You seem to have a very positive attitude and are doing your part to get better. I think attitude is extremely important where health is concerned. You have a lot of support in this group. Don't forget to utilize it. >From: shhcovertoperate@... >Reply-Hepatitis C >Hepatitis C >Subject: Hep C >Date: Fri, 19 Oct 2001 06:25:19 -0000 > >I was diagnoised with hep c three years ago. I underwent treatment >for six months when they stopped treatment because it wasn't working. >As of October 22nd I will start a study that the Mayo clinic is doing >for non responders like me, I am not looking forward to feeling like >a zombie again, but it was my decision because I don't want to die >from this. They say mine was in it's early stages, give me five years >before I will have real complications, did biopsey and I do have >scarring. So I'm hoping this new treatment will work. > _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 19, 2001 What type of treatment will you be doing? How long have you had HEP C? Good luck to you, keep us posted. >>> mmartnez@... 10/19/01 11:55 AM >>> My heart goes out to you, and good luck on the Mayo study. I will pray for you. You seem to have a very positive attitude and are doing your part to get better. I think attitude is extremely important where health is concerned. You have a lot of support in this group. Don't forget to utilize it. >From: shhcovertoperate@... >Reply-Hepatitis C >Hepatitis C >Subject: Hep C >Date: Fri, 19 Oct 2001 06:25:19 -0000 > >I was diagnoised with hep c three years ago. I underwent treatment >for six months when they stopped treatment because it wasn't working. >As of October 22nd I will start a study that the Mayo clinic is doing >for non responders like me, I am not looking forward to feeling like >a zombie again, but it was my decision because I don't want to die >from this. They say mine was in it's early stages, give me five years >before I will have real complications, did biopsey and I do have >scarring. So I'm hoping this new treatment will work. > _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 19, 2001 There is also another clinic that you may want to look into called the Young Life Research Clinic in Utah. They have had excellent results with everything. And you WON'T get sick from it as it is all natural and not horrible debilitating pharmaceutical drugs. My friend's brother is now past the six month mark doing it all naturally and still normal blood work. NO SIGN OF THE VIRUS! If you want the clinic's phone number just e-mail me privately for it. God bless, WE DON'T DO PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS - WE DO OILS (ESSENTIAL THAT IS)! ______________________________________________ Get your FREE SkyBiz.com email at www.skybizworld.com ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 21, 2001 HELLO, I HOPE EVERYONE IS KEEPING WELL. AS FOR MYSELF NOT BAD. WAS DIAGNOSED WITH HEP C IN THE SPRING SOMETIME, SO THIS IS ALL NEW TO ME AND IM SO CONFUSED.. I HAVE SO MUCH TO SAY BUT I CANT EXPRESS MYSELF BECAUSE IM A PRETTY MESSED UP PERSON AND I NEED HELP NOT DEALING WITH HAVING HEP BUT UNDERSTANDING IT I GUESS. I HAD A LIVER BIOPSY DONE AND THE DOC SAID THERE WAS A LITTE BIT OF SCARRING TO MY LIVER AND TO GO BACK IN A YEAR FOR ANOTHER BIOPSY. SHOULD I BE GETTING TREATMENT OR NOT??? I KNOW IM PROBABLEY NOT MAKING SENSE I'VE BEEN DRINKING AND I WONT STOP EVER IM YOUNG AND IM ENJOYING MY LIFE AND IM NOT SCARED OF DEATH IT ACTUALLY SOUNDS PRETTY NICE LIVING IS HELL. AND YOUR ALL PROBABLEY THINKING WHAT A SELFISH BITCH BUT IF THAT WERE TRUE I WOULD'VE BEEN DEAD A LONG TIME AGO. I JUST FEEL SO ALONE AND I DONT EXPECT ANYONE TO UNDERSTAND. _______________________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 21, 2001 I can't understand why if you know you have hep c you would want to continue drinking. It would not make much sence to go and ask about being treated if you won't stop drinking. I use to say the same thing that I would never stop drinking. Well I am now 48 years old now and I have not drank in 10 years but my health is reuined I can no longer do the things normal people do all I can do now is sit here and watch life pass me by. I have had hep c since I was 19 I did not find out until I was in my 40's I also have hep b. I do not mean to sound harsh but you really need to stop drinking. You can enjoy life without drinking I thought that life was no good unless I had a drink in my hand but once I stopped drinking I found out life was indeed much better. Mabe you should ask for some professional help to stop drinking once you have you will realize life is better without the booze. Please don't cause any unneeded damage to your liver you only have one life and once your gone that is it. Best of luck to you Pamm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 21, 2001 I guess a person must take one step at a time. I would suggest learn as much as you can about the dragon (HepC). You need to get educated about the illness and keep an open mind. This disease will cause a life change whether you want it or not. I think other people will agree with me if I say that Hep C and drinking alcoholic do not mix. You will have to give up drinking as the disease get worse. I hope you will want to live as much as I do. This is a support group with many people here to help or show you were to get information. They are also very sick people with HepC who need to just vent and that is ok. I wish you all the best in what you choose to do. Ladonna Brave 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 21, 2001 I have had HepC for 12 years and possibly 20 years now. I have been married to my Husband for only 15 years. He has not contacted it nor any of our children or foster children. I guess we are all going to die but with hepC it take a little time of that time away. Unless we choose to change our lifestyle. No alcohol, no drugs, eating health and taking care of ourselves. I refuse to die until I know my granddaughter is taken care of so I'll be around a long time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 21, 2001 Everyone here has some herbal medicine and oils that can be taken, just ask. I have taken an oil called hyssop and now lots of blood cleanser and liver medicine. I watch my diet and eat lots of green vegetables, drink gallons of water, stay away from red meat as much as possible and rest. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 21, 2001 > HELLO, I HOPE EVERYONE IS KEEPING WELL. AS FOR MYSELF > NOT BAD. WAS DIAGNOSED WITH HEP C IN THE SPRING > SOMETIME, SO THIS IS ALL NEW TO ME AND IM SO > CONFUSED.. I HAVE SO MUCH TO SAY BUT I CANT EXPRESS > MYSELF BECAUSE IM A PRETTY MESSED UP PERSON AND I NEED > HELP NOT DEALING WITH HAVING HEP BUT UNDERSTANDING IT > I GUESS. I HAD A LIVER BIOPSY DONE AND THE DOC SAID > THERE WAS A LITTE BIT OF SCARRING TO MY LIVER AND TO > GO BACK IN A YEAR FOR ANOTHER BIOPSY. SHOULD I BE > GETTING TREATMENT OR NOT??? > I KNOW IM PROBABLEY NOT MAKING SENSE I'VE BEEN > DRINKING AND I WONT STOP EVER IM YOUNG AND IM ENJOYING > MY LIFE AND IM NOT SCARED OF DEATH IT ACTUALLY SOUNDS > PRETTY NICE LIVING IS HELL. AND YOUR ALL PROBABLEY > THINKING WHAT A SELFISH BITCH BUT IF THAT WERE TRUE I > WOULD'VE BEEN DEAD A LONG TIME AGO. I JUST FEEL SO > ALONE AND I DONT EXPECT ANYONE TO UNDERSTAND. > > cheryl i know exactly how your feel. I just was just confirmed with my diagnosis about a week ago. I dont know if I should be scared or not. I think I may be in denial. I would like to say that I am not judging you in any way and think that you have a lot of heart to say what you said. I would like us to keep in contact to update each other on our progress. I believe if you decided to fight this you would give it everything you've got. From Meshia your new friend.______________________________________________ > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 21, 2001 From the one and only:Ms.Meshia-fa sho'baby!! >From: LadonnaBrave1@... >Reply-Hepatitis C >Hepatitis C >Subject: Re: Hep C >Date: Sun, 21 Oct 2001 13:50:04 EDT > >I guess a person must take one step at a time. I would suggest learn as >much >as you can about the dragon (HepC). You need to get educated about the >illness and keep an open mind. This disease will cause a life change >whether >you want it or not. I think other people will agree with me if I say that >Hep >C and drinking alcoholic do not mix. You will have to give up drinking as >the >disease get worse. I hope you will want to live as much as I do. >This is a support group with many people here to help or show you were to >get >information. They are also very sick people with HepC who need to just vent >and that is ok. I wish you all the best in what you choose to do. Ladonna >Brave 1 Ladonna, I appreciate you taking the time to send me this message. It is very hard coping with the fact the I am going to die from this. Just typing these words---I am going to die from this---is so painful. I am a married woman and have been so for over 9 years. I have been faithful to my husband for all of them. I have contracted this from numberous blood transfusion from other health related problems. I think the hardest thing for me to deal with is that my husband will contract this too. We also have 4 beautiful children ages 5 to 13. What about them. My mother died when I was 13. I had a horrible up bringing living with my aunt and her family. I always swore that I would not leave my children behind and here I am in the same situation as my mother. My husband will be there for them, that is if he doesn't catch this too. And then what. Do anyone know what I should do? _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 21, 2001 Dear Carmeshia, You don't have to die from this dreaded disease. My friend's brother is now past the six month mark and I guess that is when they say you are remission. He did it all naturally with NO side effects and was better within 6 weeks. There are also some other people who have done the same (Bill is on this list so I hope he responds to you too). You can beat it if you want to. If you want more info please e-mail my friend and she can tell you exactly what her brother did (at loeb@...). Blessings to you and your family, WE DON'T DO PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS - WE DO OILS (ESSENTIAL THAT IS)! ______________________________________________ Get your FREE SkyBiz.com email at www.skybizworld.com ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 21, 2001 What kinds of natural things did your brother use? I only lasted 4 months on the combo and got so sick I considered suicide so I gave up taking the medication due to the terrible side effects. I have no doctor for the hep C at this time but I would be very interested in hearing more on the natural things available to try. Thanks for any information you or anyone on the list can provide. Also what kind of diets are good to be on I tend to live on junk food and take out and know that this is unhealthy eating so I would also like to try to change my bad eating habits and start eating better. Pamm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 21, 2001 Dear Pamm, Dina can answer best for exactly what her brother took (there is so much research behind this but it is literally unknown in North America due to the hold the drug companies have over here on our medical system - lots of European doctors actually prescribe essential oils instead of drugs), but I just wanted to comment on eating habits. You need to eat as much organic, whole, raw food as you possibly can. Junk food is very unhealthy and destroys your immune/digestive system. Also pure, unchlorinated, unflouridated water is very important (you should drink at least 1/2 your body weight in ounces every day - if you weight 100 pounds you need to drink 50 ounces). Try to stay away from processed foods, especially ones with all the chemicals in them. You should also get the chemicals out of your home (like laundry detergent, shampoo, toothpaste, etc). There are lots of natural alternatives out there (that is all I have used for the past 5 years or so). I know it is very hard to eat like this but if you even change a little at a time it would help lots. Take care, WE DON'T DO PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS - WE DO OILS (ESSENTIAL THAT IS)! ______________________________________________ Get your FREE SkyBiz.com email at www.skybizworld.com ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
