Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hmmmmm species?? Dragons... maybe!! I don't really understand the technical stuff, but this gives some good info: http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#1g What does the term genotype mean? Genotype refers to the genetic make-up of an organism or a virus. There are at least 6 distinct HCV genotypes identified. Genotype 1 is the most common genotype seen in the United States. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q2g#q2g> [up]Is it necessary to do genotyping when managing a person with chronic hepatitis C? Yes, as there are 6 known genotypes and more than 50 subtypes of HCV, and genotype information is helpful in defining the epidemiology of hepatitis C. Knowing the genotype or serotype (genotype-specific antibodies) of HCV is helpful in making recommendations and counseling regarding therapy. Patients with genotypes 2 and 3 are almost three times more likely than patients with genotype 1 to respond to therapy with alpha interferon or the combination of alpha interferon and ribavirin. Furthermore, when using combination therapy, the recommended duration of treatment depends on the genotype. For patients with genotypes 2 and 3, a 24-week course of combination treatment is adequate, whereas for patients with genotype 1, a 48-week course is recommended. For these reasons, testing for HCV genotype is often clinically helpful. Once the genotype is identified, it need not be tested again; genotypes do not change during the course of infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q3g#q3g> [up]Why do most persons remain infected? Persons infected with HCV mount an antibody response to parts of the virus, but changes in the virus during infection result in changes that are not recognized by preexisting antibodies. This appears to be how the virus establishes and maintains long-lasting infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q4g#q4g> [up]Can persons become infected with different genotypes? Yes. Because of the ineffective immune response described above, prior infection does not protect against reinfection with the same or different genotypes of the virus. For the same reason, there is no effective pre- or postexposure prophylaxis (i.e, immune globulin) available. _____ From: Hepatitis C [mailto:Hepatitis C ] On Behalf Of Royce Lakin Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:07 PM Hepatitis C Subject: Re: Re:New to Group Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! emily_sweethang@ <mailto:emily_sweethang%40sbcglobal.net> sbcglobal.net wrote: Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do it all the way!! lol Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr <mailto:Hepatitis C%40> oup > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hmmmmm species?? Dragons... maybe!! I don't really understand the technical stuff, but this gives some good info: http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#1g What does the term genotype mean? Genotype refers to the genetic make-up of an organism or a virus. There are at least 6 distinct HCV genotypes identified. Genotype 1 is the most common genotype seen in the United States. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q2g#q2g> [up]Is it necessary to do genotyping when managing a person with chronic hepatitis C? Yes, as there are 6 known genotypes and more than 50 subtypes of HCV, and genotype information is helpful in defining the epidemiology of hepatitis C. Knowing the genotype or serotype (genotype-specific antibodies) of HCV is helpful in making recommendations and counseling regarding therapy. Patients with genotypes 2 and 3 are almost three times more likely than patients with genotype 1 to respond to therapy with alpha interferon or the combination of alpha interferon and ribavirin. Furthermore, when using combination therapy, the recommended duration of treatment depends on the genotype. For patients with genotypes 2 and 3, a 24-week course of combination treatment is adequate, whereas for patients with genotype 1, a 48-week course is recommended. For these reasons, testing for HCV genotype is often clinically helpful. Once the genotype is identified, it need not be tested again; genotypes do not change during the course of infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q3g#q3g> [up]Why do most persons remain infected? Persons infected with HCV mount an antibody response to parts of the virus, but changes in the virus during infection result in changes that are not recognized by preexisting antibodies. This appears to be how the virus establishes and maintains long-lasting infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q4g#q4g> [up]Can persons become infected with different genotypes? Yes. Because of the ineffective immune response described above, prior infection does not protect against reinfection with the same or different genotypes of the virus. For the same reason, there is no effective pre- or postexposure prophylaxis (i.e, immune globulin) available. _____ From: Hepatitis C [mailto:Hepatitis C ] On Behalf Of Royce Lakin Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:07 PM Hepatitis C Subject: Re: Re:New to Group Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! emily_sweethang@ <mailto:emily_sweethang%40sbcglobal.net> sbcglobal.net wrote: Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do it all the way!! lol Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr <mailto:Hepatitis C%40> oup > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hmmmmm species?? Dragons... maybe!! I don't really understand the technical stuff, but this gives some good info: http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#1g What does the term genotype mean? Genotype refers to the genetic make-up of an organism or a virus. There are at least 6 distinct HCV genotypes identified. Genotype 1 is the most common genotype seen in the United States. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q2g#q2g> [up]Is it necessary to do genotyping when managing a person with chronic hepatitis C? Yes, as there are 6 known genotypes and more than 50 subtypes of HCV, and genotype information is helpful in defining the epidemiology of hepatitis C. Knowing the genotype or serotype (genotype-specific antibodies) of HCV is helpful in making recommendations and counseling regarding therapy. Patients with genotypes 2 and 3 are almost three times more likely than patients with genotype 1 to respond to therapy with alpha interferon or the combination of alpha interferon and ribavirin. Furthermore, when using combination therapy, the recommended duration of treatment depends on the genotype. For patients with genotypes 2 and 3, a 24-week course of combination treatment is adequate, whereas for patients with genotype 1, a 48-week course is recommended. For these reasons, testing for HCV genotype is often clinically helpful. Once the genotype is identified, it need not be tested again; genotypes do not change during the course of infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q3g#q3g> [up]Why do most persons remain infected? Persons infected with HCV mount an antibody response to parts of the virus, but changes in the virus during infection result in changes that are not recognized by preexisting antibodies. This appears to be how the virus establishes and maintains long-lasting infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q4g#q4g> [up]Can persons become infected with different genotypes? Yes. Because of the ineffective immune response described above, prior infection does not protect against reinfection with the same or different genotypes of the virus. For the same reason, there is no effective pre- or postexposure prophylaxis (i.e, immune globulin) available. _____ From: Hepatitis C [mailto:Hepatitis C ] On Behalf Of Royce Lakin Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:07 PM Hepatitis C Subject: Re: Re:New to Group Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! emily_sweethang@ <mailto:emily_sweethang%40sbcglobal.net> sbcglobal.net wrote: Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do it all the way!! lol Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr <mailto:Hepatitis C%40> oup > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Hmmmmm species?? Dragons... maybe!! I don't really understand the technical stuff, but this gives some good info: http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#1g What does the term genotype mean? Genotype refers to the genetic make-up of an organism or a virus. There are at least 6 distinct HCV genotypes identified. Genotype 1 is the most common genotype seen in the United States. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q2g#q2g> [up]Is it necessary to do genotyping when managing a person with chronic hepatitis C? Yes, as there are 6 known genotypes and more than 50 subtypes of HCV, and genotype information is helpful in defining the epidemiology of hepatitis C. Knowing the genotype or serotype (genotype-specific antibodies) of HCV is helpful in making recommendations and counseling regarding therapy. Patients with genotypes 2 and 3 are almost three times more likely than patients with genotype 1 to respond to therapy with alpha interferon or the combination of alpha interferon and ribavirin. Furthermore, when using combination therapy, the recommended duration of treatment depends on the genotype. For patients with genotypes 2 and 3, a 24-week course of combination treatment is adequate, whereas for patients with genotype 1, a 48-week course is recommended. For these reasons, testing for HCV genotype is often clinically helpful. Once the genotype is identified, it need not be tested again; genotypes do not change during the course of infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q3g#q3g> [up]Why do most persons remain infected? Persons infected with HCV mount an antibody response to parts of the virus, but changes in the virus during infection result in changes that are not recognized by preexisting antibodies. This appears to be how the virus establishes and maintains long-lasting infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q4g#q4g> [up]Can persons become infected with different genotypes? Yes. Because of the ineffective immune response described above, prior infection does not protect against reinfection with the same or different genotypes of the virus. For the same reason, there is no effective pre- or postexposure prophylaxis (i.e, immune globulin) available. _____ From: Hepatitis C [mailto:Hepatitis C ] On Behalf Of Royce Lakin Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:07 PM Hepatitis C Subject: Re: Re:New to Group Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! emily_sweethang@ <mailto:emily_sweethang%40sbcglobal.net> sbcglobal.net wrote: Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do it all the way!! lol Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr <mailto:Hepatitis C%40> oup > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 THANKS DOROTHY!!!!!!! There are Dragon's in OZ!!!! Dorothy <dorv@...> wrote: Hmmmmm species?? Dragons... maybe!! I don't really understand the technical stuff, but this gives some good info: http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#1g What does the term genotype mean? Genotype refers to the genetic make-up of an organism or a virus. There are at least 6 distinct HCV genotypes identified. Genotype 1 is the most common genotype seen in the United States. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q2g#q2g> [up]Is it necessary to do genotyping when managing a person with chronic hepatitis C? Yes, as there are 6 known genotypes and more than 50 subtypes of HCV, and genotype information is helpful in defining the epidemiology of hepatitis C. Knowing the genotype or serotype (genotype-specific antibodies) of HCV is helpful in making recommendations and counseling regarding therapy. Patients with genotypes 2 and 3 are almost three times more likely than patients with genotype 1 to respond to therapy with alpha interferon or the combination of alpha interferon and ribavirin. Furthermore, when using combination therapy, the recommended duration of treatment depends on the genotype. For patients with genotypes 2 and 3, a 24-week course of combination treatment is adequate, whereas for patients with genotype 1, a 48-week course is recommended. For these reasons, testing for HCV genotype is often clinically helpful. Once the genotype is identified, it need not be tested again; genotypes do not change during the course of infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q3g#q3g> [up]Why do most persons remain infected? Persons infected with HCV mount an antibody response to parts of the virus, but changes in the virus during infection result in changes that are not recognized by preexisting antibodies. This appears to be how the virus establishes and maintains long-lasting infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q4g#q4g> [up]Can persons become infected with different genotypes? Yes. Because of the ineffective immune response described above, prior infection does not protect against reinfection with the same or different genotypes of the virus. For the same reason, there is no effective pre- or postexposure prophylaxis (i.e, immune globulin) available. _____ From: Hepatitis C [mailto:Hepatitis C ] On Behalf Of Royce Lakin Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:07 PM Hepatitis C Subject: Re: Re:New to Group Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! emily_sweethang@ <mailto:emily_sweethang%40sbcglobal.net> sbcglobal.net wrote: Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do it all the way!! lol Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr <mailto:Hepatitis C%40> oup > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 THANKS DOROTHY!!!!!!! There are Dragon's in OZ!!!! Dorothy <dorv@...> wrote: Hmmmmm species?? Dragons... maybe!! I don't really understand the technical stuff, but this gives some good info: http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#1g What does the term genotype mean? Genotype refers to the genetic make-up of an organism or a virus. There are at least 6 distinct HCV genotypes identified. Genotype 1 is the most common genotype seen in the United States. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q2g#q2g> [up]Is it necessary to do genotyping when managing a person with chronic hepatitis C? Yes, as there are 6 known genotypes and more than 50 subtypes of HCV, and genotype information is helpful in defining the epidemiology of hepatitis C. Knowing the genotype or serotype (genotype-specific antibodies) of HCV is helpful in making recommendations and counseling regarding therapy. Patients with genotypes 2 and 3 are almost three times more likely than patients with genotype 1 to respond to therapy with alpha interferon or the combination of alpha interferon and ribavirin. Furthermore, when using combination therapy, the recommended duration of treatment depends on the genotype. For patients with genotypes 2 and 3, a 24-week course of combination treatment is adequate, whereas for patients with genotype 1, a 48-week course is recommended. For these reasons, testing for HCV genotype is often clinically helpful. Once the genotype is identified, it need not be tested again; genotypes do not change during the course of infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q3g#q3g> [up]Why do most persons remain infected? Persons infected with HCV mount an antibody response to parts of the virus, but changes in the virus during infection result in changes that are not recognized by preexisting antibodies. This appears to be how the virus establishes and maintains long-lasting infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q4g#q4g> [up]Can persons become infected with different genotypes? Yes. Because of the ineffective immune response described above, prior infection does not protect against reinfection with the same or different genotypes of the virus. For the same reason, there is no effective pre- or postexposure prophylaxis (i.e, immune globulin) available. _____ From: Hepatitis C [mailto:Hepatitis C ] On Behalf Of Royce Lakin Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:07 PM Hepatitis C Subject: Re: Re:New to Group Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! emily_sweethang@ <mailto:emily_sweethang%40sbcglobal.net> sbcglobal.net wrote: Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do it all the way!! lol Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr <mailto:Hepatitis C%40> oup > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 THANKS DOROTHY!!!!!!! There are Dragon's in OZ!!!! Dorothy <dorv@...> wrote: Hmmmmm species?? Dragons... maybe!! I don't really understand the technical stuff, but this gives some good info: http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#1g What does the term genotype mean? Genotype refers to the genetic make-up of an organism or a virus. There are at least 6 distinct HCV genotypes identified. Genotype 1 is the most common genotype seen in the United States. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q2g#q2g> [up]Is it necessary to do genotyping when managing a person with chronic hepatitis C? Yes, as there are 6 known genotypes and more than 50 subtypes of HCV, and genotype information is helpful in defining the epidemiology of hepatitis C. Knowing the genotype or serotype (genotype-specific antibodies) of HCV is helpful in making recommendations and counseling regarding therapy. Patients with genotypes 2 and 3 are almost three times more likely than patients with genotype 1 to respond to therapy with alpha interferon or the combination of alpha interferon and ribavirin. Furthermore, when using combination therapy, the recommended duration of treatment depends on the genotype. For patients with genotypes 2 and 3, a 24-week course of combination treatment is adequate, whereas for patients with genotype 1, a 48-week course is recommended. For these reasons, testing for HCV genotype is often clinically helpful. Once the genotype is identified, it need not be tested again; genotypes do not change during the course of infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q3g#q3g> [up]Why do most persons remain infected? Persons infected with HCV mount an antibody response to parts of the virus, but changes in the virus during infection result in changes that are not recognized by preexisting antibodies. This appears to be how the virus establishes and maintains long-lasting infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q4g#q4g> [up]Can persons become infected with different genotypes? Yes. Because of the ineffective immune response described above, prior infection does not protect against reinfection with the same or different genotypes of the virus. For the same reason, there is no effective pre- or postexposure prophylaxis (i.e, immune globulin) available. _____ From: Hepatitis C [mailto:Hepatitis C ] On Behalf Of Royce Lakin Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:07 PM Hepatitis C Subject: Re: Re:New to Group Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! emily_sweethang@ <mailto:emily_sweethang%40sbcglobal.net> sbcglobal.net wrote: Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do it all the way!! lol Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr <mailto:Hepatitis C%40> oup > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 THANKS DOROTHY!!!!!!! There are Dragon's in OZ!!!! Dorothy <dorv@...> wrote: Hmmmmm species?? Dragons... maybe!! I don't really understand the technical stuff, but this gives some good info: http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#1g What does the term genotype mean? Genotype refers to the genetic make-up of an organism or a virus. There are at least 6 distinct HCV genotypes identified. Genotype 1 is the most common genotype seen in the United States. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q2g#q2g> [up]Is it necessary to do genotyping when managing a person with chronic hepatitis C? Yes, as there are 6 known genotypes and more than 50 subtypes of HCV, and genotype information is helpful in defining the epidemiology of hepatitis C. Knowing the genotype or serotype (genotype-specific antibodies) of HCV is helpful in making recommendations and counseling regarding therapy. Patients with genotypes 2 and 3 are almost three times more likely than patients with genotype 1 to respond to therapy with alpha interferon or the combination of alpha interferon and ribavirin. Furthermore, when using combination therapy, the recommended duration of treatment depends on the genotype. For patients with genotypes 2 and 3, a 24-week course of combination treatment is adequate, whereas for patients with genotype 1, a 48-week course is recommended. For these reasons, testing for HCV genotype is often clinically helpful. Once the genotype is identified, it need not be tested again; genotypes do not change during the course of infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q3g#q3g> [up]Why do most persons remain infected? Persons infected with HCV mount an antibody response to parts of the virus, but changes in the virus during infection result in changes that are not recognized by preexisting antibodies. This appears to be how the virus establishes and maintains long-lasting infection. <http://www.cdc.gov/NCIDOD/DISEASES/HEPATITIS/c/faq.htm#q4g#q4g> [up]Can persons become infected with different genotypes? Yes. Because of the ineffective immune response described above, prior infection does not protect against reinfection with the same or different genotypes of the virus. For the same reason, there is no effective pre- or postexposure prophylaxis (i.e, immune globulin) available. _____ From: Hepatitis C [mailto:Hepatitis C ] On Behalf Of Royce Lakin Sent: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 1:07 PM Hepatitis C Subject: Re: Re:New to Group Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! emily_sweethang@ <mailto:emily_sweethang%40sbcglobal.net> sbcglobal.net wrote: Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do it all the way!! lol Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr <mailto:Hepatitis C%40> oup > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Usually you are either 1A or 1B. I've never heard of being both. I guess it's possible. Either way, both of these two are the hardest to treet. I'm genotype 1A. Deron Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr oupgroups (DOT) com > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Usually you are either 1A or 1B. I've never heard of being both. I guess it's possible. Either way, both of these two are the hardest to treet. I'm genotype 1A. Deron Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr oupgroups (DOT) com > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Usually you are either 1A or 1B. I've never heard of being both. I guess it's possible. Either way, both of these two are the hardest to treet. I'm genotype 1A. Deron Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr oupgroups (DOT) com > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 Usually you are either 1A or 1B. I've never heard of being both. I guess it's possible. Either way, both of these two are the hardest to treet. I'm genotype 1A. Deron Re:New to Group > Hepatitis Csupportgr oupgroups (DOT) com > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > rich > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 .... might have both 1a & 1b. i know a guy who had both geno 1 and 3. he did the tx and cleared, but a year after tx he's still carrying a bloated belly full of fluids he doesn't know what to do with. ....i'd like to visit texas for the annual record show in austin some day, and a few paperhanger and musician friends, and maybe a chance to catch a Roky kson show, but apart from that a couple things still ring in my fuzzy brain ... Tulia ... aiding and abetting a broken muffler ... the Bush dynasty... etc. > Re: Re:New to Group > > > Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the > hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt > mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! > > emily_sweethang@... wrote: > Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I > guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest > to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do > it all the way!! lol > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 .... might have both 1a & 1b. i know a guy who had both geno 1 and 3. he did the tx and cleared, but a year after tx he's still carrying a bloated belly full of fluids he doesn't know what to do with. ....i'd like to visit texas for the annual record show in austin some day, and a few paperhanger and musician friends, and maybe a chance to catch a Roky kson show, but apart from that a couple things still ring in my fuzzy brain ... Tulia ... aiding and abetting a broken muffler ... the Bush dynasty... etc. > Re: Re:New to Group > > > Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the > hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt > mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! > > emily_sweethang@... wrote: > Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I > guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest > to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do > it all the way!! lol > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 .... might have both 1a & 1b. i know a guy who had both geno 1 and 3. he did the tx and cleared, but a year after tx he's still carrying a bloated belly full of fluids he doesn't know what to do with. ....i'd like to visit texas for the annual record show in austin some day, and a few paperhanger and musician friends, and maybe a chance to catch a Roky kson show, but apart from that a couple things still ring in my fuzzy brain ... Tulia ... aiding and abetting a broken muffler ... the Bush dynasty... etc. > Re: Re:New to Group > > > Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the > hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt > mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! > > emily_sweethang@... wrote: > Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I > guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest > to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do > it all the way!! lol > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2008 Report Share Posted July 15, 2008 .... might have both 1a & 1b. i know a guy who had both geno 1 and 3. he did the tx and cleared, but a year after tx he's still carrying a bloated belly full of fluids he doesn't know what to do with. ....i'd like to visit texas for the annual record show in austin some day, and a few paperhanger and musician friends, and maybe a chance to catch a Roky kson show, but apart from that a couple things still ring in my fuzzy brain ... Tulia ... aiding and abetting a broken muffler ... the Bush dynasty... etc. > Re: Re:New to Group > > > Hi I think it's a strain or species. I was told 1a is the > hardest to cure. I have never seen it put 1a/b, but that does'nt > mean their is one :-) Wish you all the luck! > > emily_sweethang@... wrote: > Yes I am 1a/b not sure what that is? what is the B part or I > guess I will ask the doc next visit. But I know it is the hardest > to treat or so she said. Of course when I do something bad I do > it all the way!! lol > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 I have read and heard that researchers are considering the possiblity of multiple genotypes existing in a patient. If you consider that a drug user is probably infected within its first year of use and the continued use over the years there is a good (?) chance of a patient having several differant genotypes. Also, if a person required more than one unit of blood (I required 12 to 15 in 1969-1970) there is a possiblity of getting more than one genotype. If the lab technicians running the genotype test checks past the dominate response they may find other genotypes present that do not give a strong reaction. Just my $0.02, Glenn > > > > From: shepard richard <yenko_stinger65@...> > > Subject: Re:New to Group > > Hepatitis C > > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > > > rich > > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 I have read and heard that researchers are considering the possiblity of multiple genotypes existing in a patient. If you consider that a drug user is probably infected within its first year of use and the continued use over the years there is a good (?) chance of a patient having several differant genotypes. Also, if a person required more than one unit of blood (I required 12 to 15 in 1969-1970) there is a possiblity of getting more than one genotype. If the lab technicians running the genotype test checks past the dominate response they may find other genotypes present that do not give a strong reaction. Just my $0.02, Glenn > > > > From: shepard richard <yenko_stinger65@...> > > Subject: Re:New to Group > > Hepatitis C > > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > > > rich > > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 Oh My! :-( Thank's Glenn. hdhepper1 <grisley4@...> wrote: I have read and heard that researchers are considering the possiblity of multiple genotypes existing in a patient. If you consider that a drug user is probably infected within its first year of use and the continued use over the years there is a good (?) chance of a patient having several differant genotypes. Also, if a person required more than one unit of blood (I required 12 to 15 in 1969-1970) there is a possiblity of getting more than one genotype. If the lab technicians running the genotype test checks past the dominate response they may find other genotypes present that do not give a strong reaction. Just my $0.02, Glenn > > > > From: shepard richard <yenko_stinger65@...> > > Subject: Re:New to Group > > Hepatitis C > > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > > > rich > > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 Oh My! :-( Thank's Glenn. hdhepper1 <grisley4@...> wrote: I have read and heard that researchers are considering the possiblity of multiple genotypes existing in a patient. If you consider that a drug user is probably infected within its first year of use and the continued use over the years there is a good (?) chance of a patient having several differant genotypes. Also, if a person required more than one unit of blood (I required 12 to 15 in 1969-1970) there is a possiblity of getting more than one genotype. If the lab technicians running the genotype test checks past the dominate response they may find other genotypes present that do not give a strong reaction. Just my $0.02, Glenn > > > > From: shepard richard <yenko_stinger65@...> > > Subject: Re:New to Group > > Hepatitis C > > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > > > rich > > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 I haven't responed for awhile , but I really find this intresting.... So, what do we need to do to find out if we have multi-genotypes? Do we have to have out dr do a extended test or what??? I still haven't started tx still trying to figure out if i want too. cause I really dont like all the side effects that go along during tx and post tx. I know I should but, I guess I am just not ready to face the truth yet. Tammy R. Ehrlich I have read and heard that researchers are considering the possiblity of multiple genotypes existing in a patient. If you consider that a drug user is probably infected within its first year of use and the continued use over the years there is a good (?) chance of a patient having several differant genotypes. Also, if a person required more than one unit of blood (I required 12 to 15 in 1969-1970) there is a possiblity of getting more than one genotype. If the lab technicians running the genotype test checks past the dominate response they may find other genotypes present that do not give a strong reaction. Just my $0.02, Glenn > > > > From: shepard richard <yenko_stinger65@ ...> > > Subject: Re:New to Group > > Hepatitis Csupportgr oupgroups (DOT) com > > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > > > rich > > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 I haven't responed for awhile , but I really find this intresting.... So, what do we need to do to find out if we have multi-genotypes? Do we have to have out dr do a extended test or what??? I still haven't started tx still trying to figure out if i want too. cause I really dont like all the side effects that go along during tx and post tx. I know I should but, I guess I am just not ready to face the truth yet. Tammy R. Ehrlich I have read and heard that researchers are considering the possiblity of multiple genotypes existing in a patient. If you consider that a drug user is probably infected within its first year of use and the continued use over the years there is a good (?) chance of a patient having several differant genotypes. Also, if a person required more than one unit of blood (I required 12 to 15 in 1969-1970) there is a possiblity of getting more than one genotype. If the lab technicians running the genotype test checks past the dominate response they may find other genotypes present that do not give a strong reaction. Just my $0.02, Glenn > > > > From: shepard richard <yenko_stinger65@ ...> > > Subject: Re:New to Group > > Hepatitis Csupportgr oupgroups (DOT) com > > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > > > rich > > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 Hi Rhonda My name is Royce. I have been off of TX for one and a half years. Genotype 1a. Did 42 wk's, 1 shot per wk. and 6 rebatol per day. Side effect's were pretty bad. I got real sensitive to light. Daylite was unbearable at time's. Like a glowing welding rod! Then the dry skin and dehydration. I still have these problems. The sides were so bad, I don't know if I can do it again. It did not work for me. Talk if you want. I'm here to listen. I respect those of you that have done TX more than once. Royce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 16, 2008 Report Share Posted July 16, 2008 Hi Rhonda My name is Royce. I have been off of TX for one and a half years. Genotype 1a. Did 42 wk's, 1 shot per wk. and 6 rebatol per day. Side effect's were pretty bad. I got real sensitive to light. Daylite was unbearable at time's. Like a glowing welding rod! Then the dry skin and dehydration. I still have these problems. The sides were so bad, I don't know if I can do it again. It did not work for me. Talk if you want. I'm here to listen. I respect those of you that have done TX more than once. Royce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 17, 2008 Report Share Posted July 17, 2008 > > > > From: shepard richard <yenko_stinger65> > > Subject: Re:New to Group > > Hepatitis Csupportgr oupgroups (DOT) com > > Date: Friday, July 11, 2008, 5:02 PM > > > > > > > > > > > > > > You not alone. I work through treatment and all , then last year > > it got so bad had to cut back on my hours from 8 till 6 a day. > > Company was fine with that then in December got my call and had a > > transplant. Company had gone through a buy out with new owners . > > So only took a little over a month off after the operation and > > have been working half days (against doc's orders),but doing a > > full days work since . On Monday went it and was told no longer > > needed after 20 day short of 19 years. > > Luckily My side business picked up this week also, not enough to > > pay bills but will get by. As severance they did say they would > > pay for my cobra insurance for 18 months time will tell. > > > > rich > > www.rslaserkits. com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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