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Has anyone heard from their Dr. that the lower the viral count -the less chance of responding? People with a higher count respond better? My viral count is 1 mill. and I am trying to decide if I should wait awhile.
Let me know if you have any answers.
thanks
RynetteB
Let me know if you have any answers.
thanks
RynetteB
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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...
The lower the VL when you start tx, the higher the odds of your clearing.
The higher VL is harder to beat but not impossible.
I emailed that info to her earlier this morning! It's so easier to get this stuff twisted isn't it? Rynette, you're in great company! LOL
1 million is not high; mine was 1.27 when I started tx.
Keep in mind that your VL is not that big of a factor when you are making a decision to do tx.
What's more important is your grade/stage. What were the findings from your biopsy? If you have little or no damage and have little or no inflammation, then you could consider waiting / postponing tx.
Just so long as your realize that the longer you wait, the harder it will be to clear. It's easier to clear if you are younger, have a lower VL, and are in good health. As you age, you start to have other health issues that could complicate your doing tx. Age itself is a factor and numbers seem to indicate that older people have lower odds.
Once you have had your biopsy, you need to sit down with your dr and discuss what is the best decision for YOU.