Guest guest Posted August 25, 2009 Report Share Posted August 25, 2009 Deborah, Not everyone reacts like that to treatment. And if you have a good doctor he will be able to help you with those sorts of things. Make sure he is informed of everything that happens during your treatment. If you are having dry heaves then call him, he can call the drug store to get you something to take care of it. There is no reason to suffer through this treatment. Make your doctor a part of your treatment plan. You do have to be a advocate for yourself and have to be a bit demanding. If you need something tell let the doctor's office know as soon as possible. Really we are here for you and can help you every step of the way through. With hints for stuff to settle your stomach, advice about taking medication for your blood counts and so forth. Just think of us holding your hand every step of the way. And do me a favor, when someone tells you well my husband,cousin,brother or whatever went through hell through treatment. Tell them I don't want to hear it, I am scared and you are not helping at all. I have a great support group who is helping me through it. They are no helping hon. You will have friends that will see you every step of the way through. Love Janet "There are souls in this world that have the gift of finding joy everywhere and of leaving it behind them when they go" Frederick Faber To: Hepatitis_C_Central Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2009 6:19:19 PMSubject: Starting treatment I just made arrangements to have the meds delivered to begin tx and I am having an anxiety attack. I am so worried about the side effects. I spoke to a friend today whose husband just finished treatment, and he had a terrible time - severe anemia, low white blood count, irritability, and chronic dry heaves. I don't think I will be able to do it, if I have side effects like that. When I did tx before, with only the un-pegylated Interferon, I only had chills and fever and hair loss until I developed hyperthyroid, which caused me to quit. So I am pretty sure I will have those same problems again, but they weren't that bad. I could definitely keep working, taking care of my family and even enjoy my life. Thinking of having continual nausea, dry heaves, anemia, etc. just scares the heck out of me. The idea that I will have to try to keep going while feeling like that, sounds like a nightmare to me. But the idea of having to stop work is equally scary. I know there is no way to predict what sort of side effects I will have, but I am just hoping they aren't too bad. It's making me question my decision to go ahead with tx. I hope I'm not making a mistake.Deborah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 25, 2009 Report Share Posted August 25, 2009 Deb, you may be lucky enough not to suffer any side effects, you just don't know til you try. The results of kicking the virus is well worth the discomfort. Just take each day by itself and discuss with us and your doc. Your doc should be able to prescribe meds to releive some of your sides, if you have them. Hang in and get help from all of us. You can do it! Sharon in NW Washington Knitting is...time and love made tangible. Alison Hyde Starting treatment I just made arrangements to have the meds delivered to begin tx and I am having an anxiety attack. I am so worried about the side effects. I spoke to a friend today whose husband just finished treatment, and he had a terrible time - severe anemia, low white blood count, irritability, and chronic dry heaves. I don't think I will be able to do it, if I have side effects like that. When I did tx before, with only the un-pegylated Interferon, I only had chills and fever and hair loss until I developed hyperthyroid, which caused me to quit. So I am pretty sure I will have those same problems again, but they weren't that bad. I could definitely keep working, taking care of my family and even enjoy my life. Thinking of having continual nausea, dry heaves, anemia, etc. just scares the heck out of me. The idea that I will have to try to keep going while feeling like that, sounds like a nightmare to me. But the idea of having to stop work is equally scary. I know there is no way to predict what sort of side effects I will have, but I am just hoping they aren't too bad. It's making me question my decision to go ahead with tx. I hope I'm not making a mistake.Deborah------------------------------------It's a pleasure having you join in our conversations. We hope you have found the support you need with us. If you are using email for your posts, for easy access to our group, just click the link-- http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Hepatitis_C_Central/Happy Posting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 25, 2009 Report Share Posted August 25, 2009 Deborah, YES YOU CAN,, YOU CAN DO IT.... We;ll be right here for you,, remember everyone reacts differently and what you MUST KEEP IN MIND is that YOU ARE FIGHTING FOR YOUR LIFE and YOU CAN DO ANYTHING to get rid of this!!! YOU CAN~~ we'll be here with ya! I promise! jax Subject: Starting treatmentTo: Hepatitis_C_Central Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 4:19 PM I just made arrangements to have the meds delivered to begin tx and I am having an anxiety attack. I am so worried about the side effects. I spoke to a friend today whose husband just finished treatment, and he had a terrible time - severe anemia, low white blood count, irritability, and chronic dry heaves. I don't think I will be able to do it, if I have side effects like that. When I did tx before, with only the un-pegylated Interferon, I only had chills and fever and hair loss until I developed hyperthyroid, which caused me to quit. So I am pretty sure I will have those same problems again, but they weren't that bad. I could definitely keep working, taking care of my family and even enjoy my life. Thinking of having continual nausea, dry heaves, anemia, etc. just scares the heck out of me. The idea that I will have to try to keep going while feeling like that, sounds like a nightmare to me. But the idea of having to stop work is equally scary. I know there is no way to predict what sort of side effects I will have, but I am just hoping they aren't too bad. It's making me question my decision to go ahead with tx. I hope I'm not making a mistake.Deborah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Hi Deborah, I felt exactly the same as you!!! I was terrified! I am almost finished with 2nd month of treatment. After my first shot I rushed straight home and waited for the horrid effects to happen. I even had someone to drive me in case I started throwing up before I got home. I came home and waited and waited. Finally after about 7 hrs I went to bed and slept through the night and the next day still did not feel a thing. I still have not felt anything but 1 mild headache that may or may not have been caused by the treatment. Nonetheless a coulpe ibuprophens knocked it out and i have still not had anything. Not 1 single side effect. I feel the same as always. So keep your chin up. Good Luck, Subject: Re: Starting treatmentTo: Hepatitis_C_Central Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 8:21 PM Deb, you may be lucky enough not to suffer any side effects, you just don't know til you try. The results of kicking the virus is well worth the discomfort. Just take each day by itself and discuss with us and your doc. Your doc should be able to prescribe meds to releive some of your sides, if you have them. Hang in and get help from all of us. You can do it! Sharon in NW Washington Knitting is...time and love made tangible. Alison Hyde Starting treatment I just made arrangements to have the meds delivered to begin tx and I am having an anxiety attack. I am so worried about the side effects. I spoke to a friend today whose husband just finished treatment, and he had a terrible time - severe anemia, low white blood count, irritability, and chronic dry heaves. I don't think I will be able to do it, if I have side effects like that. When I did tx before, with only the un-pegylated Interferon, I only had chills and fever and hair loss until I developed hyperthyroid, which caused me to quit. So I am pretty sure I will have those same problems again, but they weren't that bad. I could definitely keep working, taking care of my family and even enjoy my life. Thinking of having continual nausea, dry heaves, anemia, etc. just scares the heck out of me. The idea that I will have to try to keep going while feeling like that, sounds like a nightmare to me. But the idea of having to stop work is equally scary. I know there is no way to predict what sort of side effects I will have, but I am just hoping they aren't too bad. It's making me question my decision to go ahead with tx. I hope I'm not making a mistake.Deborah------------------------------------It's a pleasure having you join in our conversations. We hope you have found the support you need with us. If you are using email for your posts, for easy access to our group, just click the link-- http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Hepatitis_C_Central/Happy Posting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 We are all so different, no two people are going to react identically. , so glad that you have so forth had an easier time of it. Deborah, hang in, you might also be surprised, as well.. From: SHARON CROSBY <csharonxoxo@ msn.com>Subject: Re: [Hepatitis_C_ Central] Starting treatmentTo: Hepatitis_C_ Central@yahoogro ups.comDate: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 8:21 PM Deb, you may be lucky enough not to suffer any side effects, you just don't know til you try. The results of kicking the virus is well worth the discomfort. Just take each day by itself and discuss with us and your doc. Your doc should be able to prescribe meds to releive some of your sides, if you have them. Hang in and get help from all of us. You can do it! Sharon in NW Washington Knitting is...time and love made tangible. Alison Hyde [Hepatitis_C_ Central] Starting treatment I just made arrangements to have the meds delivered to begin tx and I am having an anxiety attack. I am so worried about the side effects. I spoke to a friend today whose husband just finished treatment, and he had a terrible time - severe anemia, low white blood count, irritability, and chronic dry heaves. I don't think I will be able to do it, if I have side effects like that. When I did tx before, with only the un-pegylated Interferon, I only had chills and fever and hair loss until I developed hyperthyroid, which caused me to quit. So I am pretty sure I will have those same problems again, but they weren't that bad. I could definitely keep working, taking care of my family and even enjoy my life. Thinking of having continual nausea, dry heaves, anemia, etc. just scares the heck out of me. The idea that I will have to try to keep going while feeling like that, sounds like a nightmare to me. But the idea of having to stop work is equally scary. I know there is no way to predict what sort of side effects I will have, but I am just hoping they aren't too bad. It's making me question my decision to go ahead with tx. I hope I'm not making a mistake.Deborah------------ --------- --------- ------It's a pleasure having you join in our conversations. We hope you have found the support you need with us. If you are using email for your posts, for easy access to our group, just click the link-- http://groups. yahoo.com/ group/Hepatitis_ C_Central/Happy Posting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Thanks and Sheena. It is so good to hear the positive experiences! I hope I have an experience like you . > > > From: SHARON CROSBY <csharonxoxo@ msn.com> > Subject: Re: [Hepatitis_C_ Central] Starting treatment > To: Hepatitis_C_ Central@yahoogro ups.com > Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 8:21 PM > > > > > > > Deb, you may be lucky enough not to suffer any side effects, you just don't know til you try. The results of kicking the virus is well worth the discomfort. Just take each day by itself and discuss with us and your doc. Your doc should be able to prescribe meds to releive some of your sides, if you have them. Hang in and get help from all of us. You can do it! > Sharon in NW Washington > > Knitting is...time and love made tangible. Alison Hyde > > [Hepatitis_C_ Central] Starting treatment > > I just made arrangements to have the meds delivered to begin tx and I am having an anxiety attack. I am so worried about the side effects. I spoke to a friend today whose husband just finished treatment, and he had a terrible time - severe anemia, low white blood count, irritability, and chronic dry heaves. I don't think I will be able to do it, if I have side effects like that. When I did tx before, with only the un-pegylated Interferon, I only had chills and fever and hair loss until I developed hyperthyroid, which caused me to quit. So I am pretty sure I will have those same problems again, but they weren't that bad. I could definitely keep working, taking care of my family and even enjoy my life. Thinking of having continual nausea, dry heaves, anemia, etc. just scares the heck out of me. The idea that I will have to try to keep going while feeling like that, sounds like a nightmare to me. But the idea of having to stop work is > equally scary. I know there is no way to predict what sort of side effects I will have, but I am just hoping they aren't too bad. It's making me question my decision to go ahead with tx. I hope I'm not making a mistake. > > Deborah > > > > > > ------------ --------- --------- ------ > > It's a pleasure having you join in our conversations. We hope you have found the support you need with us. > > If you are using email for your posts, for easy access to our group, just click the link-- http://groups. yahoo.com/ group/Hepatitis_ C_Central/ > > Happy Posting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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