Hepatitis C Support Group
Hepatitis C is a blood-borne viral disease which can cause liver inflammation, fibrosis, cirrhosis and liver cancer. The hepatitis C virus (HCV) is spread by blood-to-blood contact with an infected person's blood. Many people with HCV infection have no symptoms and are unaware of the need to seek treatment. Hepatitis C infects an estimated 150-200 million people worldwide.
At 21 I was faced with Hep C, A silent epidemic that threatened my right to a FULL life. I was given 2 options : Fight or Don't and be "grateful it is a slow killing virus."
To young to be facing my mortality and deal with a form of chemo therapy I chose to do Nothing, go on like i had been before, ignorant of my illness. This ended up landing me in the hospital after a series of nights partying trying to numb the inner conflict I was facing. After my Hospital visit a doctor said to me: 'Do You really want to feel what you are feeling now for the rest of your life?" "Then try the Interferon" After that I could no longer Ignore this virus I knew it was slowly killing me I felt it slowly killing me so I made a choice.
I CHOSE to fight, to face it head on an battle a monster I couldn't even see. I deserved the right to a Full Healthy Life and with my paralyzing fear giving way to My determination I started interferon treatment.
Interferon Therapy was ABSOLUTE TORTURE. Everyday it weighed heavily on my Physical and Mental capacities. As I fought the Hep C and the Hep C fought back, I became a Casualty, a prisoner of the internal war I was fighting. . .
Slave to a regiment of pills injections and More pills just to cope with the side effects of the Side Effects! I became lost. Depression and sickness consumed my everyday. And as my hair started to fall and my skin kept erupting in little Riba-Rashes everywhere I became even More isolated afraid for people to be able see How sick I was.
So MANY times I thought to give up, to give In to my bodies pleas to end the interferon madness I was subjecting it to. So many times i fell to my knees and cried out to the heavens "Why Me!?"
Well Today I post to say to all my friends and Family here at D.S
Now at 22 Years Old , I BEAT HEPATITIS C!
I Fought through the pain and consequence of every injection and every ribivirin pill ingested and have arrived here at 0 VIRAL load. Hepatitis C is no longer detectable in my system because It is GONE!! In the words of my Doctor "ITS DEAD!"
My spiritual Strength, My determination to live a full healthy life and Most of all my support system of friends Family and 'Daily Strength' Angels is what got me through the Hardest obstacle I have yet to face. I feel now that I can do ANYTHING ! Fighting hepatitis C has changed my whole perspective on life Knowing now what a blessing it really is. Even if i couldn't beat it and the interferon ended up not working The Fight alone proves without a doubt a Strength I didn't know I had but Possessed.
Im here to tell ALL here at D.S fighting this same battle and hurting the way I was that
YOU CAN DO IT! YOU ALL Possess the Strength and Determination in you to stick to your treatment and BEAT This Virus!
I want to strongly encourage my Young adults that are facing this disease to STEP UP and be BRAVE fight this thing Head On with everything you Have! Don't let your Fear paralyze you from trying to save your own LIFE. I could have beaten Hep C 3 months ago and finished with recovery by now had I not let my fear overtake my common sense.
I want to give Special thanks to certain Members of D.S. that were essential to getting me through this fight, These people sent me prayers, well wishes ,hugs and attempted to put a smile on my face on my Lowest days. Without them I am sure I wouldn't have been able to continue fighting this battle. It was there love, prayers and constant support that kept me in the fight even when I said I wanted to quit. So Thank You Thank you part of my victory absolutely belongs to you :
Ang40
Tsuzy
Sarah24107
Lucy123
AngelEyes3
PastorBob
lllbback
tryin2startagain
"Thank You for Taking the Time to care about me enough to keep me strong" May God Bless all of you for being such angels to me" You really made the difference. When there was no one You were all there and I wont forget it. I wish you all the same fate I had that you beat this Virus and can live Life Hep C free! STAY STRONG YOU CAN DO THIS"
I will still remain on the site as a source of support for any who needs it. Feel free to message me for anything. I will also remain active on our discussions boards to answer any questions I can. I AM HERE FOR ALL OF YOU the way you were here for me.
Much Love
~Jaz~
To young to be facing my mortality and deal with a form of chemo therapy I chose to do Nothing, go on like i had been before, ignorant of my illness. This ended up landing me in the hospital after a series of nights partying trying to numb the inner conflict I was facing. After my Hospital visit a doctor said to me: 'Do You really want to feel what you are feeling now for the rest of your life?" "Then try the Interferon" After that I could no longer Ignore this virus I knew it was slowly killing me I felt it slowly killing me so I made a choice.
I CHOSE to fight, to face it head on an battle a monster I couldn't even see. I deserved the right to a Full Healthy Life and with my paralyzing fear giving way to My determination I started interferon treatment.
Interferon Therapy was ABSOLUTE TORTURE. Everyday it weighed heavily on my Physical and Mental capacities. As I fought the Hep C and the Hep C fought back, I became a Casualty, a prisoner of the internal war I was fighting. . .
Slave to a regiment of pills injections and More pills just to cope with the side effects of the Side Effects! I became lost. Depression and sickness consumed my everyday. And as my hair started to fall and my skin kept erupting in little Riba-Rashes everywhere I became even More isolated afraid for people to be able see How sick I was.
So MANY times I thought to give up, to give In to my bodies pleas to end the interferon madness I was subjecting it to. So many times i fell to my knees and cried out to the heavens "Why Me!?"
Well Today I post to say to all my friends and Family here at D.S
Now at 22 Years Old , I BEAT HEPATITIS C!
I Fought through the pain and consequence of every injection and every ribivirin pill ingested and have arrived here at 0 VIRAL load. Hepatitis C is no longer detectable in my system because It is GONE!! In the words of my Doctor "ITS DEAD!"
My spiritual Strength, My determination to live a full healthy life and Most of all my support system of friends Family and 'Daily Strength' Angels is what got me through the Hardest obstacle I have yet to face. I feel now that I can do ANYTHING ! Fighting hepatitis C has changed my whole perspective on life Knowing now what a blessing it really is. Even if i couldn't beat it and the interferon ended up not working The Fight alone proves without a doubt a Strength I didn't know I had but Possessed.
Im here to tell ALL here at D.S fighting this same battle and hurting the way I was that
YOU CAN DO IT! YOU ALL Possess the Strength and Determination in you to stick to your treatment and BEAT This Virus!
I want to strongly encourage my Young adults that are facing this disease to STEP UP and be BRAVE fight this thing Head On with everything you Have! Don't let your Fear paralyze you from trying to save your own LIFE. I could have beaten Hep C 3 months ago and finished with recovery by now had I not let my fear overtake my common sense.
I want to give Special thanks to certain Members of D.S. that were essential to getting me through this fight, These people sent me prayers, well wishes ,hugs and attempted to put a smile on my face on my Lowest days. Without them I am sure I wouldn't have been able to continue fighting this battle. It was there love, prayers and constant support that kept me in the fight even when I said I wanted to quit. So Thank You Thank you part of my victory absolutely belongs to you :
Ang40
Tsuzy
Sarah24107
Lucy123
AngelEyes3
PastorBob
lllbback
tryin2startagain
"Thank You for Taking the Time to care about me enough to keep me strong" May God Bless all of you for being such angels to me" You really made the difference. When there was no one You were all there and I wont forget it. I wish you all the same fate I had that you beat this Virus and can live Life Hep C free! STAY STRONG YOU CAN DO THIS"
I will still remain on the site as a source of support for any who needs it. Feel free to message me for anything. I will also remain active on our discussions boards to answer any questions I can. I AM HERE FOR ALL OF YOU the way you were here for me.
Much Love
~Jaz~
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
Many Congratulations!
Bruce
Congratulation on winning the war against the beast.
It's one hell of a battle but in the end we get to win the war.
Now start living your Yound Healthy Life.
Mckenzie
one day at the time
I finished Tx, 6 months ago, coming up on my 6 month check up,hoping Im virus-free!
I think it was great of you to say thanks to those special ds members who were always there for you. I must remember to do the same when I'm all done this tx shit!
You are awesome at writting and I enjoyed reading your post muchly...thanks for being here for others...you rock!