Re: Question about SOC

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,The fact that your friend tested at undetectable levels after one month is a good sign that she may reach SVR.  SVR is Sustained Viral Response and the term is used after a person has finished treatment and remains negative for 6 months.  The term cured is now also used in that case.  

Treatment time is NOT reduced once undetectable levels are achieved.  If treatment is stopped at that point the virus will pop back and start replicating again.  The additional time on the treatment is to kill off all of the remaining Hep C cells in the liver.  For a 24 week treatment it is hoped that the patient will test undetectable at 4 weeks.  Your friend is right on schedule.  

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:25 AM, ilvgr8ps <Marsuk31@...> wrote:

 

Hi,

I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.

Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)

Thanks,

[Guest guest]

TeriThanks for explaining that as I am getting ready to start treatment and wondered why it had to last so long if it was gone in 4 weeks.Donna (newbie to this site and hepc)Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryFrom: Theresa Gottlieb <theresagottlieb@...>Sender: Date: Sat, 4 Dec 2010 09:31:18 -0600< >Reply Subject: Re: [ ] Question about SOC ,The fact that your friend tested at undetectable levels after one month is a good sign that she may reach SVR.  SVR is Sustained Viral Response and the term is used after a person has finished treatment and remains negative for 6 months.  The term cured is now also used in that case.  Treatment time is NOT reduced once undetectable levels are achieved.  If treatment is stopped at that point the virus will pop back and start replicating again.  The additional time on the treatment is to kill off all of the remaining Hep C cells in the liver.  For a 24 week treatment it is hoped that the patient will test undetectable at 4 weeks.  Your friend is right on schedule.  Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:25 AM, ilvgr8ps <Marsuk31@...> wrote: Hi,I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)Thanks,

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Donna,It's an easy thing to think.  I was testing undetectable at 6 weeks and my first question was " Do I have to finish the last 42 weeks now? "  I got hit with an resounding YES very quickly from my doctor!  The trick is to keep it gone.  So pretty much once you start, you will be in it for the duration.  

Any questions you have are more than welcome...  There is a lot of information on this site.  Don has built quite an extensive library for us.  There are people here in all stages of their walk with Hep C.  From those newly diagnosed, to some awaiting treatment, some on treatment, some who have chosen not to treat and a few of us who have beaten the dragon to a pulp. The only dumb question is the one you didn't ask!  So feel free, you have landed in a soft spot with no judgement at all.

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:43 AM, <dmgarr@...> wrote:

 

TeriThanks for explaining that as I am getting ready to start treatment and wondered why it had to last so long if it was gone in 4 weeks.Donna (newbie to this site and hepc)Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

From: Theresa Gottlieb <theresagottlieb@...>

Sender:

Date: Sat, 4 Dec 2010 09:31:18 -0600< >Reply

Subject: Re: [ ] Question about SOC

 

,The fact that your friend tested at undetectable levels after one month is a good sign that she may reach SVR.  SVR is Sustained Viral Response and the term is used after a person has finished treatment and remains negative for 6 months.  The term cured is now also used in that case.  

Treatment time is NOT reduced once undetectable levels are achieved.  If treatment is stopped at that point the virus will pop back and start replicating again.  The additional time on the treatment is to kill off all of the remaining Hep C cells in the liver.  For a 24 week treatment it is hoped that the patient will test undetectable at 4 weeks.  Your friend is right on schedule.  

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:25 AM, ilvgr8ps <Marsuk31@...> wrote:

 

Hi,

I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.

Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)

Thanks,

[Guest guest]

Teri,Thanks so much. I planned to start 2 weeks ago but came down with a tooth infection. So, as soon as I get the green light to start I will. I have gone through the whole why me, poor me and so on stage now I am just ready to slay the dragon as you put it. I am so happy I found you folks. I already feel better about this and know with your support everything will work out.DonnaSent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryFrom: Theresa Gottlieb <theresagottlieb@...>Sender: Date: Sat, 4 Dec 2010 13:30:19 -0600< >Reply Subject: Re: [ ] Question about SOC Donna,It's an easy thing to think.  I was testing undetectable at 6 weeks and my first question was " Do I have to finish the last 42 weeks now? "  I got hit with an resounding YES very quickly from my doctor!  The trick is to keep it gone.  So pretty much once you start, you will be in it for the duration.  Any questions you have are more than welcome...  There is a lot of information on this site.  Don has built quite an extensive library for us.  There are people here in all stages of their walk with Hep C.  From those newly diagnosed, to some awaiting treatment, some on treatment, some who have chosen not to treat and a few of us who have beaten the dragon to a pulp. The only dumb question is the one you didn't ask!  So feel free, you have landed in a soft spot with no judgement at all.Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:43 AM, <dmgarr@...> wrote: TeriThanks for explaining that as I am getting ready to start treatment and wondered why it had to last so long if it was gone in 4 weeks.Donna (newbie to this site and hepc)Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryFrom: Theresa Gottlieb <theresagottlieb@...>Sender: Date: Sat, 4 Dec 2010 09:31:18 -0600< >Reply Subject: Re: [ ] Question about SOC ,The fact that your friend tested at undetectable levels after one month is a good sign that she may reach SVR.  SVR is Sustained Viral Response and the term is used after a person has finished treatment and remains negative for 6 months.  The term cured is now also used in that case.  Treatment time is NOT reduced once undetectable levels are achieved.  If treatment is stopped at that point the virus will pop back and start replicating again.  The additional time on the treatment is to kill off all of the remaining Hep C cells in the liver.  For a 24 week treatment it is hoped that the patient will test undetectable at 4 weeks.  Your friend is right on schedule.  Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:25 AM, ilvgr8ps <Marsuk31@...> wrote: Hi,I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)Thanks,

[Guest guest]

I also was undetectable at 4 weeks. At week 11 now,. Dr says probably gonna stop tx at week 17; but that is because of other issues. He wanted me to go the full 6 months.http://facebook.com/people/andTrudy-Kinsey/1340460877 " "A well- behaved woman never made history"...Mae Westhttp://oktravels.wordpress.com http://allrecipes.com/cook/TrudyK/profile.aspx On Dec 4, 2010, at 9:25 AM, "ilvgr8ps" <Marsuk31@...> wrote:

Hi,

I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.

Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)

Thanks,

[Guest guest]

Donna, You are going to be fine.  Get that tooth taken care of and you'll be ready to start.  When it's time to take that first shot, we will all be here cheering you on!  I'm sure the rest of the bunch will be on here during the weekend saying " Hello and Welcome " .  Apparently we are having a quiet Saturday.  Sometimes, that is a really good thing!

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 1:44 PM, <dmgarr@...> wrote:

 

Teri,Thanks so much. I planned to start 2 weeks ago but came down with a tooth infection. So, as soon as I get the green light to start I will. I have gone through the whole why me, poor me and so on stage now I am just ready to slay the dragon as you put it.

I am so happy I found you folks. I already feel better about this and know with your support everything will work out.DonnaSent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryFrom: Theresa Gottlieb <theresagottlieb@...>

Sender:

Date: Sat, 4 Dec 2010 13:30:19 -0600< >Reply

Subject: Re: [ ] Question about SOC

 

Donna,It's an easy thing to think.  I was testing undetectable at 6 weeks and my first question was " Do I have to finish the last 42 weeks now? "  I got hit with an resounding YES very quickly from my doctor!  The trick is to keep it gone.  So pretty much once you start, you will be in it for the duration.  

Any questions you have are more than welcome...  There is a lot of information on this site.  Don has built quite an extensive library for us.  There are people here in all stages of their walk with Hep C.  From those newly diagnosed, to some awaiting treatment, some on treatment, some who have chosen not to treat and a few of us who have beaten the dragon to a pulp. The only dumb question is the one you didn't ask!  So feel free, you have landed in a soft spot with no judgement at all.

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:43 AM, <dmgarr@...> wrote:

 

TeriThanks for explaining that as I am getting ready to start treatment and wondered why it had to last so long if it was gone in 4 weeks.Donna (newbie to this site and hepc)Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

From: Theresa Gottlieb <theresagottlieb@...>

Sender:

Date: Sat, 4 Dec 2010 09:31:18 -0600< >Reply

Subject: Re: [ ] Question about SOC

 

,The fact that your friend tested at undetectable levels after one month is a good sign that she may reach SVR.  SVR is Sustained Viral Response and the term is used after a person has finished treatment and remains negative for 6 months.  The term cured is now also used in that case.  

Treatment time is NOT reduced once undetectable levels are achieved.  If treatment is stopped at that point the virus will pop back and start replicating again.  The additional time on the treatment is to kill off all of the remaining Hep C cells in the liver.  For a 24 week treatment it is hoped that the patient will test undetectable at 4 weeks.  Your friend is right on schedule.  

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:25 AM, ilvgr8ps <Marsuk31@...> wrote:

 

Hi,

I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.

Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)

Thanks,

[Guest guest]

Yup, DonnaThere are a whole lot of us here and we are very supportive of one another! Please just jump right in as though you have been around forever.Gloria

Teri,Thanks so much. I planned to start 2 weeks ago but came down with a tooth infection. So, as soon as I get the green light to start I will. I have gone through the whole why me, poor me and so on stage now I am just ready to slay the dragon as you put it. I am so happy I found you folks. I already feel better about this and know with your support everything will work out.DonnaSent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryFrom: Theresa Gottlieb <theresagottlieb@...>

Sender:

Date: Sat, 4 Dec 2010 13:30:19 -0600< >Reply

Subject: Re: [ ] Question about SOC

Donna,It's an easy thing to think. I was testing undetectable at 6 weeks and my first question was "Do I have to finish the last 42 weeks now?" I got hit with an resounding YES very quickly from my doctor! The trick is to keep it gone. So pretty much once you start, you will be in it for the duration.

Any questions you have are more than welcome... There is a lot of information on this site. Don has built quite an extensive library for us. There are people here in all stages of their walk with Hep C. From those newly diagnosed, to some awaiting treatment, some on treatment, some who have chosen not to treat and a few of us who have beaten the dragon to a pulp. The only dumb question is the one you didn't ask! So feel free, you have landed in a soft spot with no judgement at all.

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:43 AM, <dmgarr@...> wrote:

TeriThanks for explaining that as I am getting ready to start treatment and wondered why it had to last so long if it was gone in 4 weeks.Donna (newbie to this site and hepc)Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

From: Theresa Gottlieb <theresagottlieb@...>

Sender:

Date: Sat, 4 Dec 2010 09:31:18 -0600< >Reply

Subject: Re: [ ] Question about SOC

,The fact that your friend tested at undetectable levels after one month is a good sign that she may reach SVR. SVR is Sustained Viral Response and the term is used after a person has finished treatment and remains negative for 6 months. The term cured is now also used in that case.

Treatment time is NOT reduced once undetectable levels are achieved. If treatment is stopped at that point the virus will pop back and start replicating again. The additional time on the treatment is to kill off all of the remaining Hep C cells in the liver. For a 24 week treatment it is hoped that the patient will test undetectable at 4 weeks. Your friend is right on schedule.

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:25 AM, ilvgr8ps <Marsuk31@...> wrote:

Hi,

I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.

Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)

Thanks,

[Guest guest]

DonnaWe'll be here, literally with you at the moment you do that first shot. Just do like I did and sit in front of your computer. I don't think I ever did a shot anywhere else than my home office. Sitting down there all alone, playing online poker cause I hadn't found this wonderful group yet. However, you can be talking with us and getting answers back really quickly while doing it.Or, if you need even closer support. You are more than welcome to get me on my MSN or Facebook. We'll be with you.Gloria

Donna, You are going to be fine. Get that tooth taken care of and you'll be ready to start. When it's time to take that first shot, we will all be here cheering you on! I'm sure the rest of the bunch will be on here during the weekend saying "Hello and Welcome". Apparently we are having a quiet Saturday. Sometimes, that is a really good thing!

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 1:44 PM, <dmgarr@...> wrote:

Teri,Thanks so much. I planned to start 2 weeks ago but came down with a tooth infection. So, as soon as I get the green light to start I will. I have gone through the whole why me, poor me and so on stage now I am just ready to slay the dragon as you put it.

I am so happy I found you folks. I already feel better about this and know with your support everything will work out.DonnaSent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryFrom: Theresa Gottlieb <theresagottlieb@...>

Sender:

Date: Sat, 4 Dec 2010 13:30:19 -0600< >Reply

Subject: Re: [ ] Question about SOC

Donna,It's an easy thing to think. I was testing undetectable at 6 weeks and my first question was "Do I have to finish the last 42 weeks now?" I got hit with an resounding YES very quickly from my doctor! The trick is to keep it gone. So pretty much once you start, you will be in it for the duration.

Any questions you have are more than welcome... There is a lot of information on this site. Don has built quite an extensive library for us. There are people here in all stages of their walk with Hep C. From those newly diagnosed, to some awaiting treatment, some on treatment, some who have chosen not to treat and a few of us who have beaten the dragon to a pulp. The only dumb question is the one you didn't ask! So feel free, you have landed in a soft spot with no judgement at all.

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:43 AM, <dmgarr@...> wrote:

TeriThanks for explaining that as I am getting ready to start treatment and wondered why it had to last so long if it was gone in 4 weeks.Donna (newbie to this site and hepc)Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

From: Theresa Gottlieb <theresagottlieb@...>

Sender:

Date: Sat, 4 Dec 2010 09:31:18 -0600< >Reply

Subject: Re: [ ] Question about SOC

,The fact that your friend tested at undetectable levels after one month is a good sign that she may reach SVR. SVR is Sustained Viral Response and the term is used after a person has finished treatment and remains negative for 6 months. The term cured is now also used in that case.

Treatment time is NOT reduced once undetectable levels are achieved. If treatment is stopped at that point the virus will pop back and start replicating again. The additional time on the treatment is to kill off all of the remaining Hep C cells in the liver. For a 24 week treatment it is hoped that the patient will test undetectable at 4 weeks. Your friend is right on schedule.

Hugs,TeriOn Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:25 AM, ilvgr8ps <Marsuk31@...> wrote:

Hi,

I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.

Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)

Thanks,

[Guest guest]

Hi Gloria,

I hope the email you sent was for me because I am a little bit more than petrified to do the first shot. I will need you for sure. I have no idea how it will be but I have been sick with a cold/ bronchitis all year and after seeing a breathing specialist I found out there is nothing wrong with me. No doc can tell me why I can't shake this cold or get my normal voice back. So, now they say it must be caused from the hep. The cold has worn me out and I'm tired all the time. Thanks for listening and being here for all of us.

Donna Re: [ ] Question about SOC

,

The fact that your friend tested at undetectable levels after one month is a good sign that she may reach SVR. SVR is Sustained Viral Response and the term is used after a person has finished treatment and remains negative for 6 months. The term cured is now also used in that case.

Treatment time is NOT reduced once undetectable levels are achieved. If treatment is stopped at that point the virus will pop back and start replicating again. The additional time on the treatment is to kill off all of the remaining Hep C cells in the liver. For a 24 week treatment it is hoped that the patient will test undetectable at 4 weeks. Your friend is right on schedule.

Hugs,

Teri

On Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:25 AM, ilvgr8ps <Marsuk31@...> wrote:

Hi,I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)Thanks,

[Guest guest]

Donna,When you are ready to start treatment, we will all be here for you.  Someone is pretty much online here all the time...  Some of us are even watching it when we are up in the middle of the night...  It happens.  We have walked many people thru their first shot and we will be here to get you thru yours as well.  The very first shot is usually done IN the doctor's office but your doctor will tell you more about that as the time gets closer.  

Hugs,TeriOn Sun, Dec 5, 2010 at 8:59 AM, <dmgarr@...> wrote:

 

Hi Gloria,

 

I hope the email you sent was for me because I am a little bit more than petrified to do the first shot. I will need you for sure. I have no idea how it will be but I have been sick with a cold/ bronchitis all year and after seeing a breathing specialist I found out there is nothing wrong with me. No doc can tell me why I can't shake this cold or get my normal voice back. So, now they say it must be caused from the hep. The cold has worn me out and I'm tired all the time. Thanks for listening and being here for all of us.

 

Donna Re: [ ] Question about SOC

 

,

The fact that your friend tested at undetectable levels after one month is a good sign that she may reach SVR.  SVR is Sustained Viral Response and the term is used after a person has finished treatment and remains negative for 6 months.  The term cured is now also used in that case.  

Treatment time is NOT reduced once undetectable levels are achieved.  If treatment is stopped at that point the virus will pop back and start replicating again.  The additional time on the treatment is to kill off all of the remaining Hep C cells in the liver.  For a 24 week treatment it is hoped that the patient will test undetectable at 4 weeks.  Your friend is right on schedule.  

Hugs,

Teri

On Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:25 AM, ilvgr8ps <Marsuk31@...> wrote:

 

Hi,I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)Thanks,

[Guest guest]

I kept getting strep and bronchitis and anything else that was out there. Thank God my doctor tested me 2 years ago.I did tx july 13,2009 for 24 weeks and remained undetectable, my first labs after tx showd a viralload. I restarted nov 5th. I have little side affects outside of tired. Since my first tx I have had 1 cold. The anxiety is worse than the shot. I'm single with 5 (4 special needs)kids still at home and run my ass off. You'll be fine! I now know several others that keep working and refuse to be hostage to this virus or tx.It's creepy at first giving yourself the shot but it doesn't hurt and I'm a little more sluggish the next day but keep on going. I don't do the headmeds either as they make me sick.Stress is a horrible thing and you shouldn't waste your time on the what if's and stay possitive.I've put weight on as I can eat again finally and starting Zumba this week. All in all I feel sooo much better on TX. Good Luck..Pam Re: [ ] Question about SOC

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The fact that your friend tested at undetectable levels after one month is a good sign that she may reach SVR. SVR is Sustained Viral Response and the term is used after a person has finished treatment and remains negative for 6 months. The term cured is now also used in that case.

Treatment time is NOT reduced once undetectable levels are achieved. If treatment is stopped at that point the virus will pop back and start replicating again. The additional time on the treatment is to kill off all of the remaining Hep C cells in the liver. For a 24 week treatment it is hoped that the patient will test undetectable at 4 weeks. Your friend is right on schedule.

Hugs,

Teri

On Sat, Dec 4, 2010 at 9:25 AM, ilvgr8ps <Marsuk31@...> wrote:

Hi,I have a friend who is on treatment, genotype 2. She was SVR after one month.Does anyone know if her treatment time would be reduced? (From 6 months)Thanks,