Greetings, trunkmaker.
Sorry you're one of the group, glad you found the group :-)

So, what prompted you to seek a diagnosis?
And how long do you suspect you've been living with HCV?

To my knowledge, there hasn't been one person posting here who infected their
spouse through sexual activities. I suspect it's actually quite difficult to
transmit HCV in that manner, and that the statistics that report that means
are overstated due to patients who are less than honest and doctors that just
want to get on to the next patient.

Cheers, and good luck with the biopsy. Hopefully you'll score very low...

/greyhackles

Yep, the waiting is tough after that initial shock of finding out you
have a nasty disease.  But most of us get over it and it doesn't have
to mean that you will be a drain on your family.  For me, it is mostly
a thing of the past as my treatment was successful like many others
here.  Don't let it get you down too much.  You've done the right
thing in getting tested to see where you stand and from there you can
make some decisions.  Good luck with the tests.

Don

On May 23, 8:12 am, trunkma...@gmail.com wrote:

TrunkMan,

I was a heavy drinker too, quitting the whiskey and beer was a bitch
but
well worth it. I was diagnosed in 2000, didn't quit drinking cold
turkey tapered off. I am guessing you may have fatigue and anxiety
attacks like I did. I took the natural route after completely getting
off the booze 5 years ago, ate healthy for my liver and managed to get
my enzyme levels down. The anxiety attacks subsided and the milk
thistle got my enzyme levels to almost normal. About 9 months ago the
HEP C came back, it was slow, I felt like I had the flu sometimes and
it would last a day or 2 and then subside. The flu-like symptoms
started to become more frequent and last for longer periods of time.
In February I started the TX, been almost 4 months now and DR says
enzyme levels are normal. 2 months and the check the SVR to see if the
response to the therapy is good.
If you are/were a drinker I would recommend eating a liver healthy
diet for 6 - 12 months before therapy for 2 reasons.
1. You don't want to start TX while kicking the booze, you can try but
I decided it was too much for me to take on all at once.
2.If you abstain from booze and eat healthy your liver will actually
thank you for it and I feel you will be better prepared for the TX.

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On May 23, 8:12 am, trunkma...@gmail.com wrote:

TrunkMan,

I was a heavy drinker too, quitting the whiskey and beer was a bitch
but
well worth it. I was diagnosed in 2000, didn't quit drinking cold
turkey tapered off. I am guessing you may have fatigue and anxiety
attacks like I did. I took the natural route after completely getting
off the booze 5 years ago, ate healthy for my liver and managed to get
my enzyme levels down. The anxiety attacks subsided and the milk
thistle got my enzyme levels to almost normal. About 9 months ago the
HEP C came back, it was slow, I felt like I had the flu sometimes and
it would last a day or 2 and then subside. The flu-like symptoms
started to become more frequent and last for longer periods of time.
In February I started the TX, been almost 4 months now and DR says
enzyme levels are normal. 2 months and the check the SVR to see if the
response to the therapy is good.
If you are/were a drinker I would recommend eating a liver healthy
diet for 6 - 12 months before therapy for 2 reasons.
1. You don't want to start TX while kicking the booze, you can try but
I decided it was too much for me to take on all at once.
2.If you abstain from booze and eat healthy your liver will actually
thank you for it and I feel you will be better prepared for the TX.

Disclaimer:

These recommendations are for entertainment purposes only.
I am not a Dr, this is only my suggestion based on my experience, your
results may vary. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead is
purely coincidental. Void where prohibited. Some assembly required.
List each check separately by bank number. Batteries not included.
Contents may settle during shipment. Use only as directed. No other
warranty expressed or implied. Do not use while operating a motor
vehicle or heavy equipment. Postage will be paid by addressee. Subject
to approval. This is not an offer to sell securities. Apply only to
affected area. May be too intense for some viewers. Do not stamp. Use
other side for additional listings. For recreational use only. Do not
disturb. All models over 18 years of age. If condition persists,
consult your physician. No user-serviceable parts inside. Freshest if
eaten before date on carton. Subject to change without notice. Times
approximate. Simulated picture. No postage necessary if mailed in the
United States. Breaking seal constitutes acceptance of agreement. For
off-road use only. As seen on TV. One size fits all. Many suitcases
look alike. Contains a substantial amount of non-tobacco ingredients.
Colors may, in time, fade. We have sent the forms which seem to be
right for you. Slippery when wet. For office use only. Not affiliated
with the American Red Cross. Drop in any mailbox. Edited for
television. Keep cool; process promptly. Post office will not deliver
without postage. List was current at time of printing. Return to
sender, no forwarding order on file, unable to forward. Not
responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages
resulting from any defect, error or failure to perform. At
participating locations only. Not the Beatles. Penalty for private
use. See label for sequence. Substantial penalty for early withdrawal.
Do not write below this line. Falling rock. Lost ticket pays maximum
rate. Your cancelled check is your receipt. Add toner. Place stamp
here. Avoid contact with skin. Sanitized for your protection. Be sure
each item is properly endorsed. Sign here without admitting guilt.
Slightly higher west of the Mississippi. Employees and their families
are not eligible. Beware of dog. Contestants have been briefed on some
questions before the show. Limited time offer, call now to insure
prompt delivery. You must be present to win. No passes accepted for
this engagement. No purchase necessary. Processed at location stamped
in code at top of carton. Shading within a garment may occur. Use only
in well-ventilated area. Keep away from fire or flame. Replace with
same type. Approved for veterans. Booths for two or more. Check here
if tax deductible. Some equipment shown is optional. Price does not
include taxes. No Canadian coins. Not recommended for children.
Prerecorded for this time zone. Reproduction strictly prohibited. No
solicitors. No alcohol, dogs, or horses. No anchovies unless otherwise
specified. Restaurant package, not for resale. List at least two
alternate dates. First pull up, then pull down. Call toll free before
digging. Driver does not carry cash. Some of the trademarks mentioned
in this product appear for identification purposes only. Record
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On May 23, 8:12 am, trunkma...@gmail.com wrote:

TrunkMan,

I was a heavy drinker too, quitting the whiskey and beer was a bitch
but well worth it. I was diagnosed in 2000, didn't quit drinking cold
turkey tapered off. I am guessing you may have fatigue and anxiety
attacks like I did. I took the natural route after completely getting
off the booze 5 years ago, ate healthy for my liver and managed to get
my enzyme levels down. The anxiety attacks subsided and the milk
thistle got my enzyme levels to almost normal. About 9 months ago the
HEP C came back, it was slow, I felt like I had the flu sometimes and
it would last a day or 2 and then subside. The flu-like symptoms
started to become more frequent and last for longer periods of time.
In February I started the TX, been almost 4 months now and DR says
enzyme levels are normal. 2 months and the check the SVR to see if the
response to the therapy is good.
If you are/were a drinker I would recommend eating a liver healthy
diet for 6 - 12 months before therapy for 2 reasons.
1. You don't want to start TX while kicking the booze, you can try but
I decided it was too much for me to take on all at once.
2.If you abstain from booze and eat healthy your liver will actually
thank you for it and I feel you will be better prepared for the TX.

Disclaimer:

These recommendations are for entertainment purposes only.
I am not a Dr, this is only my suggestion based on my experience, your
results may vary. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead is
purely coincidental. Void where prohibited. Some assembly required.
List each check separately by bank number. Batteries not included.
Contents may settle during shipment. Use only as directed. No other
warranty expressed or implied. Do not use while operating a motor
vehicle or heavy equipment. Postage will be paid by addressee. Subject
to approval. This is not an offer to sell securities. Apply only to
affected area. May be too intense for some viewers. Do not stamp. Use
other side for additional listings. For recreational use only. Do not
disturb. All models over 18 years of age. If condition persists,
consult your physician. No user-serviceable parts inside. Freshest if
eaten before date on carton. Subject to change without notice. Times
approximate. Simulated picture. No postage necessary if mailed in the
United States. Breaking seal constitutes acceptance of agreement. For
off-road use only. As seen on TV. One size fits all. Many suitcases
look alike. Contains a substantial amount of non-tobacco ingredients.
Colors may, in time, fade. We have sent the forms which seem to be
right for you. Slippery when wet. For office use only. Not affiliated
with the American Red Cross. Drop in any mailbox. Edited for
television. Keep cool; process promptly. Post office will not deliver
without postage. List was current at time of printing. Return to
sender, no forwarding order on file, unable to forward. Not
responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages
resulting from any defect, error or failure to perform. At
participating locations only. Not the Beatles. Penalty for private
use. See label for sequence. Substantial penalty for early withdrawal.
Do not write below this line. Falling rock. Lost ticket pays maximum
rate. Your cancelled check is your receipt. Add toner. Place stamp
here. Avoid contact with skin. Sanitized for your protection. Be sure
each item is properly endorsed. Sign here without admitting guilt.
Slightly higher west of the Mississippi. Employees and their families
are not eligible. Beware of dog. Contestants have been briefed on some
questions before the show. Limited time offer, call now to insure
prompt delivery. You must be present to win. No passes accepted for
this engagement. No purchase necessary. Processed at location stamped
in code at top of carton. Shading within a garment may occur. Use only
in well-ventilated area. Keep away from fire or flame. Replace with
same type. Approved for veterans. Booths for two or more. Check here
if tax deductible. Some equipment shown is optional. Price does not
include taxes. No Canadian coins. Not recommended for children.
Prerecorded for this time zone. Reproduction strictly prohibited. No
solicitors. No alcohol, dogs, or horses. No anchovies unless otherwise
specified. Restaurant package, not for resale. List at least two
alternate dates. First pull up, then pull down. Call toll free before
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in this product appear for identification purposes only. Record
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Jeez it seems like only yesterday I was you -actually it was Nov 05 -
sitting wiaiting for the biopsy after the shock of "I've got
WHAT?..." ;)

Welcome aboard The Mystery Ship. Sorry you have to be here as well.
You must have tons of questions, I sure did. Start doing your research
and getting your facts together while you await The Facts of your
situaition. You may have to make some big decisions. Hoping the
results of the biopsy comes back with good results.

Assuming you've had bloodwork etc and that is what prompted the
biopsy, confirmation of the presence of Hep C - when you can share
more information and details, folks will have a better idea of what
information you might be interested in. Good place to be - lots of
good advice, information and especially EXPERIENCE. I found way more
information here than I got from my Doc, who was ok, but very much a
just the Facts Ma'm kinda guy - A  Very Busy Person as they say. He
was prompt, no nonsense, ecouraging, optimistic, and always always
always let mw know the results of any tests as soon as possible, as
well as mailing me copies of everything, so I could have it in print
once my mind left me on tx....!

Here you can hear from folks who decided not to treat, folks who
decided to treat, what threatment was like  etc. You can rant you can
rave, you can find compassion and even an occasional kick in the a.s
when its warranted... haha!

Do you know your genotype or have any idea how long The Dragon has
Been hiding in their doing its thing? Now Take a deep
breath............

Jeez it seems like only yesterday I was you -actually it was Nov 05 -
sitting wiaiting for the biopsy after the shock of "I've got
WHAT?..." ;)

Welcome aboard The Mystery Ship. Sorry you have to be here as well.
You must have tons of questions, I sure did. Start doing your research
and getting your facts together while you await The Facts of your
situaition. You may have to make some big decisions. Hoping the
results of the biopsy comes back with good results.

Assuming you've had bloodwork etc and that is what prompted the
biopsy, confirmation of the presence of Hep C - when you can share
more information and details, folks will have a better idea of what
information you might be interested in. Good place to be - lots of
good advice, information and especially EXPERIENCE. I found way more
information here than I got from my Doc, who was ok, but very much a
just the Facts Ma'm kinda guy - A  Very Busy Person as they say. He
was prompt, no nonsense, ecouraging, optimistic, and always always
always let mw know the results of any tests as soon as possible, as
well as mailing me copies of everything, so I could have it in print
once my mind left me on tx....!

Here you can hear from folks who decided not to treat, folks who
decided to treat, what threatment was like  etc. You can rant you can
rave, you can find compassion and even an occasional kick in the a.s
when its warranted... haha!

Do you know your genotype or have any idea how long The Dragon has
Been hiding in their doing its thing? Now Take a deep
breath............

Jeez it seems like only yesterday I was you -actually it was Nov 05 -
sitting wiaiting for the biopsy after the shock of "I've got
WHAT?..." ;)

Welcome aboard The Mystery Ship. Sorry you have to be here as well.
You must have tons of questions, I sure did. Start doing your research
and getting your facts together while you await The Facts of your
situaition. You may have to make some big decisions. Hoping the
results of the biopsy comes back with good results.

Assuming you've had bloodwork etc and that is what prompted the
biopsy, confirmation of the presence of Hep C - when you can share
more information and details, folks will have a better idea of what
information you might be interested in. Good place to be - lots of
good advice, information and especially EXPERIENCE. I found way more
information here than I got from my Doc, who was ok, but very much a
just the Facts Ma'm kinda guy - A  Very Busy Person as they say. He
was prompt, no nonsense, ecouraging, optimistic, and always always
always let mw know the results of any tests as soon as possible, as
well as mailing me copies of everything, so I could have it in print
once my mind left me on tx....!

Here you can hear from folks who decided not to treat, folks who
decided to treat, what threatment was like  etc. You can rant you can
rave, you can find compassion and even an occasional kick in the a.s
when its warranted... haha!

Do you know your genotype or have any idea how long The Dragon has
Been hiding in their doing its thing? Now Take a deep
breath............

welcome. might wnt ot deal with the booze thing agtressively.