GIVING THANKS

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> am grateful she has arms to hug me with and a heart to surround me

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AMEN, LEAH...you've said it ALLLLLLL!!!

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We all need to thank whatever Higher Power we believe in for THAT.. I, for one would be lost now without other folks to help to guide me. God knows my family is totally clueless and friends have all but disappeared. I hope I can be around long enough to give a hand to others.. Blessings, Sheena Jackie on <redjaxjm@...> wrote: Sheena One other thing is to remember that 'most' of those who clear move on and go back to living their lives and dont hang around.. so thats why the majority of those here either havent cleared, have relapsed or have not done treatment.. Im here because I WANT to give back to those who helped me along the way,, I know the numbers make it scarey,, but dont be,, hugs jaxSheena <mom4possums2002 > wrote: Hi Ally, Thanks, two out of 700+ members, not truly helping my decison making process, as yet, but I can tell you honestly that I am more than happy for you! I

thought the treatment was 48 weeks for a "1", why the extra 14 weeks? I did know the treatment could be difficult, at best, but it's the whether it's worth it in my case that is keeping me continuing to look for answers. WHY did you and Jax do so well, could age also be a factor? Sheena Ally <4thMoongmail> wrote: Sheena, I too am a type 1A and am currently

doing treatment. I'm on week 27 of 72. I am totally undetectable so it does work. I started with a 2.25 million viral load too and now it is gone. Please don't be so quick to think it is impossible for type 1s to have a successful go of it. It IS possible. Yes, it is harder but I was willing to jump right in because I didn't want one more day to go by with my liver being more damaged then it had to but that is just my personal opinion. I think diet and exercise make a big difference too on treatment side effects. I wish you the best on making your decision but just know that treatment isn't as horrible as everyone makes it out to be for everyone a 100% of the time. For some people it can be horrible yes but for others it can turn out to be more than manageable. It effects everyone differently. Take care, Ally On 10/5/06, Sheena <mom4possums2002 > wrote: Hi Steve, From all I've read, that's about what I thought it sounded like, too..chemo.. not a picnic.. I'm trying to keep a very open mind as I research and listen carefully to all that everyone has to say.. I'm not big on Conventional medicine, either, unless there is NO alternative.. I am also not really fond of doctor's in general.. I'm not sure what those liver numbers denote, they sound rather ominous, but I

guess I'll know by the time I need to.. I'm still breathing and intend to keep right on until the end! I'm in Southern California, but was born in Ohio, how about you? Jax, are you the ONLY one here that is a "1" and has gone into remission using the Schering-Plough Drug Company's treatment? Does anyone know why a few do, but so many do not respond? Blessings, Sheena steve brewer <brewmon2003 > wrote: Sheena, I haven't done the "chemo" yet. That's what I call it any way. I'm just not ready to put my body through that yet. Once you do your liver biopsy then you'll know what condition your liver is in, (Stage 1,2, 3.or 4) Then you can make your decision from there on what approach to take. Of course most people 'live their life in fear' and take the advise of their DR. which may or may not be the right choice for you at this time. Life is Good, BREATH Where are you from? Peace love, out Steve Sheena <mom4possums2002 > wrote: Hi, Thank you for the information, I am sure I do need a biopsy, no telling how long I've had this, or how much damage it has done. Do the numbers in the viral load give any indication of how long you have been infected? No, I have not even seen the specialist yet, my primary did schedule an ultrasound for this Friday, but they don't generally tell much. Thank you, I have a ton of bookmarks in my computer and many pages printed out. I also have copies of my labs, except the very last, which I am picking up on Friday. Always a good idea not to go blindly into battle.. Thanks again, Sheena Jackie on <redjaxjm > wrote: Hi Sheena Yes I was on Peg-intron for 48 weeks and then my doc switched me to Pegasys and we planned to do another 12 but I was only able to do

6 and then we stopped.. but I did clear and remain clear,,, I know it was a shock, I was totally in shock myself,, I was a 911 paramedic and got the call from my husband while on duty,, I was just overwhelmed,, so I know how you are feeling,, but its gonna be ok,, Do you know how much damage you have? Yes, you DO need a biopsy to know that for sure,, but if you have what is called "conscious sedation", you are awake to follow when they tell you to hold your breath,, but you NEVER REMEMBER IT.,, its a piece of cake if you do it that way! Really easy! You have PLENTY of time to learn about this disease and then make up your mind if you want to treat or wait for better tx to come along... What we advise everyone is to start your own file at home,, get copies OF EVERYTHING and keep it at home for your own research etc,, your doc should NOT have a problem with giving you copies of your labs, your biopsy, etc,,

Let us know how we can help ya once again, welcome! jaxSheena <mom4possums2002 > wrote: Thank you for the warm welcome, as well as the information. Once I got over my initial shock and anger, I have been on a seek and learn campaign! I very much appreciate having others to talk to. How many weeks were you on treatment and was that Peg-Intron? Sheena Jackie on <redjaxjm > wrote: Hi Sheena Welcome to our group.. I am/was geno 1 myself but treated with standard tx and did clear and

remain clear, it will be 4 years since I finished tx in Feb this next year. Honestly, I DO believe in alternative treatments but I dont know anyone who actually cleared this virus with holistic meds/herbs. They CAN be dangerous if you dont know what you are doing too, but then again, so can standard tx for hep. Each person has to research and decide for themselves what to do. I took siliphos bound milk thistle and another product called CM Plex while on tx and I really believe it helped me clear and be able to tolerate tx better.. We do have some members who are treating or at least 'using' alternative herbs to at least help their livers hold their ground and hopefully not get any worse. Tim will be able to tell you more. Anyway, welcome to the group, jax moderatorOpossum Hollow <mom4possums2002 > wrote: Hello all, I'm new to the Group, just recently diagnosed with Hepatitis C, Genotype 1. I am not yet under any treatment, as I am still waiting to see the specialist. Has anyone that is a "1" tried Holistic methods, rather than Conventional meds? Thanks, Sheena How low will we go? Check out Messenger's low PC-to-Phone call rates. Jackie Talk is cheap. Use Messenger to make PC-to-Phone calls. Great rates starting at 1¢/min. Jackie Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less. Talk is cheap. Use Messenger to make PC-to-Phone calls. Great rates starting at 1¢/min. Talk is cheap. Use Messenger to make PC-to-Phone calls. Great rates starting at 1¢/min. Jackie

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Some of us avoid all family functions to keep anyone else from experiencing this...I know. But we can still show thanks. these are a few of the things i am thankful for. feel free to add. ~my childrens health and love.~wonderful food fixed and sent(by hubby) for us to eat.~a little place to have a little vacation thanks to nana.~hot dryer & hot water.~getting to enjoy my children's company.~internet access~this wonderful group of people I think of everyday and seek for advice.~thank you all.