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Week 29 of treatment. this is the hardest
thing I have ever done! Thanks for your site it is nice to know that I am not
alone.
larry
Tucson AZ Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Hi, I am a 22 year old wife and mother
with hep c. I was diagnosed after trying to donate blood at a health fair at
work (I used to be a CNA) I lost my job, I had to quit nursing school of course.
I went through the treatment for 6 months and it worked a little bit but I have
stage 2 type c hep c. I lost my insurance so I received a letter through the
mail from my doctor refusing to keep me as a patient. lol. I hope to meet people
who understand and I pray for all of you and your families.
Kimberly
Telford TN Thursday, November 03, 2005
I have been visiting your site for a few
years off and on. I have hep c and my 26 yr old daughter died 3 yrs ago from it,
and she has a 9 yr old boy who tests positive for it. I have learned a lot from
this site and plan to continue to visit it. Thank you for the continued
information on this site.
Lyla
Wichita KS Tuesday, November 01, 2005
This is my first time visiting your site
and found it by accident. I use to get blood transfusions regularly when I was
younger than became an alcoholic. I have just began interferon treatment. I am
tired most of the time and in pain or sleep the other times. I will continue to
look at this site for all that is offered to me. Thank-you!
Charlene
Sac. CA. Monday, October 31, 2005
I was
diagnosed with the HCV in 97, and have ignored the virus for the past 8 years. I
was told at the time that nothing could be done as interferon was too expensive
& the British National Health would not fund the treatment. However a couple of
month ago I was told that treatment could now be possible although until
visiting your site I was starved of the facts. Thank you for the information.
andy
fleetwood lancs Tuesday, October 18, 2005
Saw your website attached to an email sent
by a friend so thought I would visit since I have been battle the hepc since
1993 and have done all the treatment and still have the virus with cryo. Just
wanted to thank you for remembering those who have lost the battle.
Chuck
Benicia Ca. Tuesday, October 18, 2005
I lost my mother to Hepatitis C on Aug.21,
2004. She had battled with it for 7 years. I wish we would have looked into this
website before, because I think it would have been extremely helpful for her. To
everyone out there with Hep.C, you and your families are all in my prayers!
Kara
Nineveh IN Sunday, October 09, 2005
Thanks for being there I know a lot more
about HCV inffection and its progression mostly thanks to this site and its
visitors-great job!!!
Ivan
Belgrade Serbia Wednesday, October 05, 2005
Wow. thanks so much........... I had a lot
of pressing questions about whether or not I was beginning to feel the natural
progression of this disease, as I felt various or increased symptoms, I really
think the education was VITAL........ Im calling the doctor today. THANK YOU SO
MUCH FOR BEING SO INFORMATIVE.
Smolly
cedar rapids ia Thursday, September 15, 2005
Was diagnosed in 1999 when my then 12 year
old was being tested for reason for kidney disease, we are both 1A and have
bleeding disorder. My child had combo treatment and is permanently mentally ill,
and had been denied SSI 4 times. I have also been denied as well. We are now
taking herbs and using diet and prayer for healing. Your story is remarkable and
an inspiration to all. I have all normal labs and a very low viral load
despite probably having hep C for over 30 years.
windthroughtrees
MA Wednesday, September 14, 2005
Never see before. I like this place ;-)
Joline
New York, NY Friday, September 02, 2005
Kevin and Patty and all who help with the
NHCC work hard to tell the
"Rest of the Story" as Paul Harvey says it. Thank you. I have not met anyone I
know personally that the conventional treatment worked on. It did not work for
me as well. We are all in this disease together. We need to stick together. I
was blind about treatment options till NHCC showed me an alternative. God Bless
NHCC!
Tenn Man
Franklin TN Thursday, August 25, 2005
This is the best site so far that I have
found for info and overall concern for Hep C folks. I appreciate all the info
and look forward to making some contacts of fellow C travelers. All info is
important.
David
Springfield MA Wednesday, August 24, 2005
Having just had a liver biopsy yesterday,
and hearing from the doctor today about the "preliminary" results, I'm told that
I probably have cirrhosis, brought on by hepatitis C, which I've apparently had
for many years. I've never abused alcohol, and wasn't an intravenous drug user.
My doctor tells me that I will definitely have to have interferon injections, as
well as some pills, but, having found this site, I'm hoping that there are
effective treatment alternatives that I'll learn about here.
Ed
Houston TX Tuesday, August 23, 2005
I was diagnosed 3 years ago. Took the
Peg-interferon/Ribavarin treatment a year ago. I really enjoyed your site. It's
good to know there is somewhere I can identify with and get information from
people who live with the disease as I. Thank you for sharing your experience
with us. God bless us all!!!
Pooh
Randallstown MD Saturday, August 20, 2005
It is sites like this and the dedicated
people who started it, and work to maintain it that give hope and inspiration
and information to the rest of us who are newly diagnosed and looking for all
the information possible. Most of us who are diagnosed, are surprised, scared,
unsure. and are looking for support from those who have taken the journey
farther against the dragon then we have. We are grateful.
Dave
Springfield MA Sunday, August 14, 2005
What a blessing this site is, what a great
gift God has bestowed upon you special people, Kev & Patty, thank you for doing
His work & helping others like me!
Laura
Hopewell NJ Friday, August 12, 2005
I too was just diagnosed with hepatitis C.
I am so scared!!! I am scheduled for a biopsy soon. I don't know what to do
about all this so I'm sure I will be visiting often to try to educate myself.
The treatments sound so bad, especially for someone who has never been sick!
Thanks for being here.
Debra
Charlotte NC Friday, August 12, 2005
Hey Kev and Patti, just signing on the
website and really checking out for some good info.
EvansMilhouse III
San B Ca Wednesday, August 10, 2005
Thank You to be here. For the last three
years I'm looking for a place like this. Thanks. again
Yolanda
Naples Fl Tuesday, August 09, 2005
I had no idea that this site was here But
I must tell you it makes me feel a little better that there are so many others
that understand what we go through. THANKS A MILLION FOR HAVING THIS SITE. GOD
BLESS YOU!
Helen
Bronx NY Sunday, July 31, 2005
my hubby is two years post cadaveric liver
transplant. it is nice to read stories ,re liver diseases. very helpful and
helps people cope. looking forward to chatting with folks soon.
sandy and rob
hamilton ont can Sunday, July 31, 2005
I was dx with HCV in January 04. My liver
functions are normal but have just learned I have HCV related cryoglobulinanemia
(which I had symptoms of for a year before being dx with HCV). After many web
searches on CM I came up empty. Your site was very helpful and provided me with
good resources Thank you and God Bless.
Karen
Beaumont TX Monday, July 25, 2005
I just wanted to say I'm glad there are
people or should i say Angels out there like ya'll that helps others with stuff
like this. I cant thank ya'll enough. I just found out my cousin has Hep C and
they give him less then a year to live. Any help would be great. God Bless Ya'll
Nicole
Princeton TX Tuesday, July 19, 2005
I suppose that I contracted HCV late 60's
early 70's during the viet nam war. Was told in 83 that I had non a, non b hep,
but never directed to seek help or info. I'm 55 now. Significant inflammation
struck last fall. chronic hep c, viral count 4.3 mil. If I go into failure? How
do I ask my 18 yr old son to save my life with a Living donor liver transplant?
I will keep my faith in god's good graces and try milk thistle as well. Thanks
for all your wonderful support and info.
David
Las Vegas NV Tuesday, July 12, 2005
Thanks for the site. My story is pretty
similiar to yours.
I've been battling mis-information for years; it's refreshing to come across a
site that tells the truth.
Mike
Colorado Springs Co Sunday, July 10, 2005
I want to thank the site for being helpful
to my family. Unfortunately, my mother (age 52) passed away last night after
battling Hep C for more than 3 years. The support we received from sites like
this was amazing. I want to tell other Hep C families to not give up hope.
Anything is possible as long as you have faith.
Angela
Hastings NE Sunday, July 03, 2005
Love your site...nice graphics, design and
content...impressive
Wayne
Passaic NJ Wednesday, June 29, 2005
I have been through treatment and it did
not work. now they want me to do this on a daily basis. I cannot do this and
keep my job or my house. talk about your rock and a hard space.Im looking for
herbal treatments now just to extend my life a little good luck everyone!
les
national city ca Friday, June 17, 2005
I just lost my aunt and uncle to Hep C. I
want to help to ensure another family never endures this pain. Please send any
information as we want to start a foundation in their memory.
Deborah
Colorado Springs CO Wednesday, June 15, 2005
Great peace and joy in the name of Jesus,
who died for our sin and sickness and will come backs again soon, so take your
lamp and fill this with the Holy Spirit's oil so that you can find this gate of
heaven. Pray for gospel revival. Thanks and bless.
keijo
sweden Saturday, June 11, 2005
My husband David has hepatitis C. He
starts interferon and ribavirin tomorrow June 7, 2005. Thanks for the info on
other treatments.
vicki
newberry mi Monday, June 06, 2005
This web site is very informative and
interesting to read. I have found a lot of information on Hep C. Thank you and
God bless you all.
Lisa
Denver CO Monday, June 06, 2005
Thanks for the info , I will make sure to
use this website again. Thanks again.
Eric
Dickson Tn Tuesday, May 31, 2005
This web site has a lot of information for
my success to rid my pains of this disease. I thank you for all the information
on it. It has been very educational for me. I enjoyed all the web sites that are
available to learn about hep c and will put them to good use. Thanks again!!
Kelly
Fort Bragg California Thursday, May 19, 2005
This is my first time visiting this site.
I am hoping that I can find the answers to my questions here. And boy, do I have
alot of questions.
Cathie
Phillipsburg NJ Thursday, May 19, 2005
Great greeting and love to you there with
the Holy Spirits blessing and joy. The Lord is God and will comfort you and
touch with the love and peace and for healing ,in the name of Jesus Christ.
Thanks and bless. keijo sweden
keijo
Sweden,
Thursday, May 19, 2005
Thank you for your web sight with all the
helpful information.
Claudetta
Riverton Wy Tuesday, May 17, 2005
My son was recently diagnosed with Hep C
and your site is providing me with so much useful information. Thank you, and
bless everyone.
Karen
WA Monday, May 16, 2005
I just hope my brother will explore all
his possibilities. Keep up the good work !
Rod
Peterboro NH Monday, May 16, 2005
Having just gone through the Peginterferon/Ribavirin
test trial and was rejected as a non responder after 12 weeks I began looking
for an alternative and found your site. Thank God! Your story and talking to you
inspired me to new hope. Thanks Kev.
Tony
Hemet CA Thursday, April 28, 2005
Your site is very informative. The herbal
route and taking good care of yourself makes all of the difference in the world.
Taking control is half the battle. Thank you for giving me hope!
Bernie
Morgantown WV Tuesday, April 26, 2005
After losing my brother to hep c in 1996,I
found out I was positive too. Went thru combo treatment in 2000,been in
remission since 2001!Your site is very informative. Thanks to all! Everyone keep
the faith.
Pam
Brighton Mo Tuesday, April 26, 2005
I believe this site serves its purpose. I
have found very useful information that will guide me.
Alex
St.Louis MO Monday, April 25, 2005
Thank you for your site.
jorick
NY NY Sunday, April 24, 2005
Hello everyone, I have been diagnosed with
Hep C a month ago. I have grade 3A and a viral load of 270000.00. Its been a
long sad month. Just wanted to give thanks for this great web site. Hopefully we
can all log on one day and the news of a real cure can be waiting for us. God
Bless!!
Becca
Fort Lauderdale FL Saturday, April 23, 2005
Beautiful site) I like it
John
NY NY Wednesday, April 20, 2005
I was told I had hep C in June 1998. Had
just about all the treatments they have to offer. They didn't work. Glad to have
found this web site for support. Thank you all for sharing with me.
Linda
Frostburg MD Sunday, April 17, 2005
I have been searching for a site like this
for 5 years, I was infected in 1982, and only found out I had Hep.C in 2000, I
refused the treatments , after doing alot of research they can do more harm than
good, I took it into my own hands, I have been taking Milk Thistle for 5 yrs. &
I feel great, I have alot of energy & my ALT is normal. Good Luck to everyone, I
know I am not alone in this fight!!
Mary
Dallas NC Tuesday, April 12, 2005
Hi! Just diagnosed in January 2005.
Haven't started treatments yet. Don't know what to do. Just decided to look on
the internet for help and this is what I found. Sure does feel good to talk
about it.
Thanks
Gail
jonesville la Sunday, April 10, 2005
i just wanted thank you for having such a
great web site and wonderful phone support. kev was great and answered all my
questions and set my mind at ease. thank you so much
Heidi
channelview tx Thursday, March 31, 2005
I'm 35 Sept. 18 02 I was given my bad
news. Today I still stuggle, My 2 kids help me live. I came across your site
after I was tring to get more info. for my hips. Its been very helpful and I
will visit this site again I pray that there will be more updates. Thank You and
God Bless.
Kcea
Golden Meadow LA Tuesday, March 29, 2005
Hello-I have stage 4 grade 4 hep c and
autoimmune hepatitus. You have a great site. Hang in there everyone.I have had
hep c for 25 years (when it was called non a-non b). Keep the faith.
Niece
Red Bank NJ Sunday, March 27, 2005
Hello Everyone i was just recently
diagnosed and i am studying everything i can about my hepc infection. haveing
just found this site. let me thank you all now for all your support. I look
forward to talking to some you in the future. God Bless
Russell
Reedley Ca Tuesday, March 22, 2005
Hey, great work on your website. I have
found interesting things on it!
Bailey
Hacienda Hts CA Sunday, March 20, 2005
Hello to all! I just want to say thank you
for this site-it's awesome! I have been diagnosed w/hep c for 51/2 yrs
now-actually knew something was wrong long before that-I treat w/alternative
therapies and so far I am still able to work, etc. My prayers are with you all!
Peace, Light, Love!
lynnea
ava Friday, March 11, 2005
I just found this site, it's excellent. I
have had Hep C for over 10 years and have been treating it that long. I am
currently on my 6th treatment, I now do maintenance therapy.
squawmary
Pearland TX Saturday, March 05, 2005
Confirmed. Hep-C. 9 Million virus load.
Scared to death. Many symptoms for late stage cihrosis. I feel like Ive let
everyone down. Dont know which way to turn. Bleak, Bleak outlook. God help us.
Thanx for hearing,
Ern
Virginia Beach VA Thursday, March 03, 2005
I first found out I had Hep C about 4 yrs
ago. Sought treatment from a dr in Ca when I lived there. Now waiting an
appointment here in Az to see if there is any more damage after first finding
out 4 yrs ago.
Barbara
Chandler Az Tuesday, March 01, 2005
Hep C dx in 95', was probably living with
it for 20+ years and didn't know. I am Geno 1 and just dx with cirrhosis. Also
dealing with diabetes type 2 and emphysema. Start combo treatment 3/2/05. I am
finally convinced that treatment is imperative now. Best of luck to all.
Wes
Richmond VA Tuesday, March 01, 2005
Your website is very helpful. Thank you.
My Sister has Hep.C. She has been on medication for seven (7) months. We are
looking for a more natural way to help her. The side effects are terrible with
these drugs!
Connie
Towanda Pa Monday, February 21, 2005
I was diagnosted with HEP C in 2000 I
tried the interferon treatment but it made me to sick. I guess I just tried to
forget it I went on working but it seems like now I'm running out of energy.I've
been doing alot of reading on-line about it now.I found your web site I think
this is what I need I have 2 children a boy almost 16 & a girl almost 11 I worry
about them if something should happen to me. Thank-you for being here for me
Vicki
Camden AR Monday, February 14, 2005
I was diagnosed with HepC late 2001 and
was pretty devastated. My previous girlfriend had Hep C, but my long term
lifestyle was possibly as much to blame, so how I got Hep is a moot point.
Previous to finding this website, interacting with other's was difficult. To the
uneducated I may as well have leprocey or the plague. Thank for creating a site
where I can interact with people who understand. I wish the best to all my HCV
brother's and sisters, and hang in there.
Patrick
Fort Madison Iowa Saturday, February 12, 2005
Hi I'm a mother of 4 and i found out a
year ago that I have hep C. I'm glad I've found a good site to learn more about
this illness.
cindy
Saltlake Utah Thursday, February 10, 2005
Hi, I was diagnosed with Hep C in March of
2000. By then my disease had affected my liver to the point that now I am
looking at a liver transplant. I would like to know what others are going
through while waiting to get a liver transplant. So far what I can tell, this
site may be just what I need. Thank you for your continued support to those of
us who are suffering.
Deidre
Omaha NE Monday, January 31, 2005
Hi- I am a 41 yr old mother of 3, have a
decent job, was living a decent life until the awful news was told to me. I am
currently on treatment and have been out of work due to the aches and pains that
go along with this horrible disease. My goal is that by May 2005 I will be back
to work and outside enjoying this wonderful life we have been given. In the mean
time I will keep enjoying your website! Get well all!
Jennifer
Vinton VA Thursday, January 13, 2005
hello and God bless you for having this
very informative and thoughtful website..please please always add the most
information you can for those of us who suffer with this illness.
judyb
longwood fl Wednesday, January 12, 2005
I Just found out that I have "Hep C" A
year ago this past December. I'm 63 yrs old and so far I'm not getting any worse
since taking Maximum Milk Thistle. So I've made it another year so far. Praise
the Lord. Thank you for the opportunity to share this with othere like me.
ShirleyAnne
Romulus MI Saturday, January 08, 2005
Found out I was Hep C positive about 3
weeks ago. Thanks for a great site with information Hep C.
Steve
Winston Salem NC Saturday, January 08, 2005
You have a beautiful website. It was great
you created it. No doubt it is needed badly worldwide to have support and
changing ideas and feelings among patients and families. Well done. Bless you.
Manny
Tel-Aviv Israel Friday, January 07, 2005
Hi! I was diagnosed with HCV in 2000. I
was told i had it for at least 5 to 10 years. I am on the interferon alpha 2a.
The first 12 weeks were not to bad. But now I seem to have problems. Good news
is my HCV is undetectable as of last week. Your website has been a godsend.
thanks
Rebecca
Parkersburg WV Tuesday, January 04, 2005
Kev, thanks so much for this site. I found
a wealth of information, some which I knew and some that I did not. I have
passed this on to friends that have our shared disability of "Liver Troubles"
and you can be assured that I will come to this site regularly to check out
whats new.
Thanks again,
Catherine
dallas/ fortworth TX Tuesday, January 04, 2005
Hi, Is Liza, i just think this web site is
great, very complete, is just perfect, i always try to learn a lot about
alternative medicine.
Liza
Wednesday, December 29, 2004
I just found this site, so I'm checking it
out.
Ronald
Saginaw Mi Wednesday, December 29, 2004
I just got diagnosed today and am just
trying to see what my options are . and how I got it
Tom
La Crosse Wi Tuesday, December 28, 2004
You have great web site. Keep it up!
Ramona
Tuesday, December 21, 2004
My husband was recently diagnosed with Hep
C and seems to have good days and bad. He is within the prison system and will
likely not receive any treatment for the ten years he has left to be
incarcerated. They estimate he has had it for at least 2 decades.I have found
much helpful information on this site and have been able to share much with him.
We do appreciate this site so much. Thank you to all the people who make this
possible.
Leslie
Susanville CA Tuesday, November 30, 2004
hi this is lynn, aka barb'"( just brief
message; wanted to say
hi:-) I was dx. w/hcv in 97'low stage and grade. Ive been
told that iam a slow mover, now stage 0-1, grade 2, so ib geno, and dont expect
that i will move quickly, as my hep dr. states, i may have contracted this
illness abroad , born in swindon england. was a blue baby given blood prod. to
stabilize lack of oxygen? not sure. huggs to all and wonderful site.
lynn
schesso skakopee mn Saturday, November 27, 2004
I was diagnosed with hepatitis c in 1995.
I had interferon a and infergen treatment. The problem i have is increased joint
pain that i never had before. I believe the hepatitis is in remission. I am very
thankful for that. Do not become defeatist. Eat right. Avoid alcohol. Kept the
faith
art
pine bluff ar Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Well, I am still wondering how, what,
where, when and why I got Hep C. I am unusually calm about it, just don't know
what to do yet. Do I do interferon, or Chinese medicine. Any help or advise is
helpful, but I also need a support group in my area to talk about it. Any
suggestions.
Mary Ann
Fort Lauderdale Fl Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Hi! I found out a year ago that I have
hepatitis-c. I was so scared at first, but now I have come to terms with this
virus. I know that having hepatitis-c is not a death sentence. You can have a
normal life. There are still people I have not told because of somethings they
have said about the virus and people that have it. Some people just don't
understand, and aren't willing to learn. Thanks.
Melissa
Courtland Ms. Saturday, November 20, 2004
I've been on interferon and ribavarin for
5 1/2 months now and I am really feeling the struggle of coping with the side
effects. Tonight I was beside myself and I found you. Thank you. I couldn't
figure out how to enter the chat room (I'm not very computer savvy) but I feel
relief just sharing on the message board.
Marilyn
Gainesville FL Wednesday, November 17, 2004
I am newly diagnosed and just beginning to
gather information regarding HCV. Finding sources like this one and reading
other people's experiences is very comforting. I now have a "support system"
that understands what I am going through and what I am experiencing.
Karen
Slidell LA Saturday, November 13, 2004
have hep c,and I like your site. A little
too "churchy"perhaps but helpful. Am told by my v.a. gastro doctor that milk
thistle has some helpful elements. Good luck to all.
bill
norman ok Tuesday, November 09, 2004
I was told that I had hepC in '99. I saw a
specialist & was asked questions about my lifestyle; they also did a liver
biopsy. I didn't fit the profile of someone who had hepC. Til this day, I still
don't know how I got it, but I'm glad that the virus is not active for now. I
just "have" it. To make a long story short, I have 2 children & a wonderful
husband. I would like for Kev to email me. I'm still looking for my cause of
infection.
Jen
New Oreleans LA Thursday, October 28, 2004
Just want to say your site is extremely
informative. I have hep c and peripheral neuropathy and wasn't sure whether they
were related. Now I know what test to ask for. Thank you.
Shari
Berwyn IL Wednesday, October 27, 2004
Found out I had HEP C in 1997 while i was
getting over a broken femur. Lately my enzymes have become abnormal but I do
pretty well for a 73 yr old great grandma of 4 girls and a boy. please pray for
me as I am undecided as to what I will do. Maybe nothing.......I have put it all
in the hands of the Lord
carol
elyria oh Monday, October 25, 2004
Had liver transplant 10 years ago, anit-rejection
drugs toxifed kidneys, in process of gettimg on transplant list for kidney.My
question is does goverment know how many people are having troble with
anti-rejection drugs?
Michael
Phoenix Arizona Tuesday, October 19, 2004
hi, recently told i have hep c and was
checking for info. i found your sight very informative,thanks. i might even try
the chats but i'm not to computer savy and don't know all the lingo. again
thanks and keep up the good work; i now feel there's hope and i know i'm not
alone.
Taj
Phoenix AZ Tuesday, October 19, 2004
Just wanted to say your site looks
awesome, and provides a necessary service. Keep up the good work!
Aaron
Portland OR Monday, October 18, 2004
Just seeking the newest information and
methods about Hep C.
Jerry
shanghai China Saturday, October 16, 2004
Good work! Keep it up! Thanks! Jason.
Jason
Farley Wells Michigan Friday, October 15, 2004
I thank you for this important site web,
it's verry usfull for all peopole. I'm a medical doctor working in Algeria, and
I'm studing the association between diabetes and hepatitis C.
I thank you Bye
Rouabhia
Batna Algeria Thursday, October 14, 2004
I am recently diagnosed with Hep C 2b, got
a whopping huge viral load too. I've probably been infected since 1978 but never
knew. At last I know what's wrong and that I'm not "imagining" all the symptoms.
Wish me luck with my biopsy at the end of the month.
Geneva
Carrollton Tx Wednesday, October 13, 2004
I am Michael's little sister, he has
Hepatits C and cirrhosis of the liver and no computer. This disease is new to
us and we are dumbstruck by it. I ask for your prayers for him for those who
believe in Jesus.. that Michael would be saved and it would be God's will to
heal him... as I will pray for each of you.. thank you and may God bless you..
Linda
Mikey
arizona city az October 10, 2004
Hi!
Just wanted to thank you for all the work you put in this site.
It looks great! Thanks!
Jeff
Orlando Florida Wednesday, October 06, 2004
Thank you for this wonderful web-site. A
long time friend of my family's, daughter, was just diagnosed with Hep C. We
are all trying to understand what it is and how to cope. I believe this site
will help us all. Thank you!!!!
Angela
Coral Springs FL Friday, October 01, 2004
Thank you for having a web site for
information and discussion.
Amy
Little River SC Thursday, September 30, 2004
Just seeking information, my mom just told
me that her husband of 14 years has hep-c and they are NOT going to treat it due
to no medical insurance. I am worried about the whole situation and hope to
find many answers here.
Kim
Vero Beach, FL Monday, September 20, 2004
I was diagnosed in 2000 right after my
brother died from hep-c complications. I had a biopsy done to confirm then
waited for the new medication (peg-rib-interferon) to come out and just now got
enrolled in study group for meds. I've been all over the web looking for
anything that could give me hope that this dreaded mess could be cleared up or
even whipped out. Unfortunatly all i ever saw or read was the bad stuff about
hep-c. That was until i found your site. Thank you .....moose..
larry (moose)
Canyonlake TX Friday, September 10, 2004
This website is great. I recently learned
my wife has hepatitis c and I am totally unaware of the dangers and consequenes
of this diease. I've just discovered this site and I'm sure I will learn alot.
Thanks for having this informational site.
Robert
Spring Valley CA Sunday, August 29, 2004
Thanks for this great site. I have Hep C
44/4 and just recently found out that it had progressed much more than recent
studies have revealed. I am symtom-free now and will start my treatment next
week. I am very suprised to find that alot of Doctors have so little info for
me. I am recommending that they look at this site ASAP!
Brent
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS florida Sunday, August 29, 2004
Just lost my mom in May 2004 to HCV. She
was diagnosed in 1996 but by then she had already developed cirrhosis. She was a
nurse and that's how she contracted the virus.
I applaud you for helping bring awareness to the Hep C epidemic so that others
will have hope!!!
Darice
Greenwood MO Friday, August 27, 2004
Diagnosed 2 years ago...declined treatment
at the time, but will begin in October.
I am grateful for the support of your website and others I have found. As a
single with no family anywhere near by, this is very scary for me.
alfie
Lawrenceville GA Tuesday, August 24, 2004
I found out I had Hep C a few weeks ago.
Routine lab work made it obvious, yet my practioner told me my labs were great,
perfectly normal. As I work in the health care field, I have access to my test
results and was horrified to see that Hep C was detected. I am now preparing for
starting treatment and possible legal action. Scared and angry. Getting a new
doctor, too.
Debbie
Albuquerque NM Saturday, August 14, 2004
husband has hep c with cirrhosis of the
liver. awaiting transplant.
toni
kingman az Friday, August 06, 2004
Just browsing through to see what you
have. Excellent website. I had a great time visiting your site. It`s pretty nice
! Keep up the good work !
Nikol
Location unknown, Tuesday, July 27, 2004
Been in the fight 12 yrs glad to find a
site that share info and batle scars
Angela
Houston Tx Monday, July 19, 2004
Been on the treatment for a year been
doing O.K. so far. Diagnosed in 2000. Yes there is hope
Janice
Fremont CA Friday, July 16, 2004
I was diagnosed with Hep C in 2002. I have
had 2 rds. of Peg/Rib. I guess I'm what you might call a relapser.... Doc says
now I'm in beginning stages of Cirrhosis. I am scared to death. Most of the time
I cry, because my family has had to deal with so much. Especially the times I
feel helpless and a lone. Thank you for listening. I pray every nite for us all
that God will help the Doc's. Take Care All.
Dotty
Hollister CA Friday, July 09, 2004
Iv'e had Hep C for 30 years, still alive
and kick'in. There is hope.
David
Temple Tx Friday, July 09, 2004
My partner has just been diagnosed with
acute hep-c. I am scared and confused. Thank you for this excellent source of
information!
Rod
Seattle WA Wednesday, July 07, 2004
I'm a member of the Hep C community. Thank
you for having a site such as this. With a Touch of my Spirit, Peace 4 us
earth...
earth2sky
Willoughby Hills OH Saturday, July 03, 2004
Thank you, thank you for this website. We
found more knowledge about HCV through your site and links than using a search
engine and continuously searching. We are grateful for the information. Greg is
HCV 1A and we endured "treatment" and are looking for hope, as we are
non-responders who had a chemical reaction (felt great before "treatment"). We
believe in hope and getting our lives back. Thank you for this site.
Greg and Theresa
Savannah GA Sunday, June 27, 2004
I was diagnosed with Hepatitis C June 25,
2004. It was really a fluke it was found. I work in a prison and it was
suggested getting tested for Hep B before receiving the vaccine. My hepatic
levels are all within normal range and I have no symptoms. I will see a
specialist in a couple of weeks to find out if I am in the active or dormant
stage. I am alone and frightened. This site will help.
Meea
Hamilton TX Saturday, June 26, 2004
Hi ...I'm Kit, ex military, wife, mother.
I found out in Nov that I had HepC. I'm doing the Peg/Rib treatment and as
somedays are good and some really stink. I've been looking for a suport group in
Bergen Co. New Jersey, but have come up empty handed. Well I finally found
someone who answered the phone and spoke to me about his exp w/ HepC....If I had
not found this web site..I'd still feel alone. Thank you Ed for having a good
day and being home.
kit
NJ Wednesday, June 16, 2004
Just got a confirmation tues. I was
donating plasma and the found it. Genrally I feel ok but I do have some of the
symtoms. had them for years. I just thought it was from drinking too much. I'm
into the herb thing so what I have read so far some good success thanks fof
being here PEACE
Doug
Kaysville UT Wednesday, June 02, 2004
i am doing a sience project on hep c and
my dad also died april 13 2004 from hep c i think this is a very wonderful site.
amanda
longmont colorado Wednesday, May 26, 2004
Hello, I was diagnosed this year(2004). I
believe I contracted it six years ago when I was 16. Just starting on my
journey. Thanks for all the information and positive stories.
Joshua
Galveston Tx Friday, May 21, 2004
Hi my name is Ann, I was told by Doctor
back in Jan 2000 that I have Hepc well needless to say my heart went to the
floor. I was so scared, nervous, and all the bad feelings you get when you are
told you are very sick. I thought about it for a while and then said to myself
you are going to beat this your family needs you!! And I kept a positive
attitude since, you all should too.God Bless You All!!
Ann
Brooklyn NY Thursday, May 13, 2004
A very nice site.
mugu
Aba Lome Monday, May 03, 2004
HI all I found out 12 years ago that i
have B and C hep I found out early before any damage was done so for the last 12
years ive been waiting for this thing to kill me after all thats what the doc
said will happen someday And now for the first time thanks to this site and
others like it i know there is hope THANK YOU
darrin
burlington ia Tuesday, April 27, 2004
Hello and Thank You,
I was diagnosed with Hep C last fall. I have had two different doctors with two
different views. I needed your site to guide me to what will be the best choice
for now. And that is NOT chemicals. Thanks, again~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~krm
K. R.
Vernon NY Thursday, April 22, 2004
hey ya'all im 16 n im doing a health
projest about hep C and cirrosis ..i stumbled upon this site....ive finally
realized how serious this disease really is...i sympathize with u all n i wish u
all good luck
amber
potsdam ny Wednesday, April 21, 2004
My wife is in end stage liver
Mark
Okeechobee Florida Monday, April 12, 2004
Hi! I found this website when I was
looking for information on Hepatitis C. I don't have Hepatitis C that I know of.
But I did get several unprofessional tattoos in 2002 which I really regret. My
husband is currently in the Military and is tested a lot for HIV and HEP C and
many others, I was tested for many diseases after I got the tattoo also.
LeAnn
AZ Sunday, April 04, 2004
My treatment ended 9/03 and so far
everything looks great- However, I am a physical wreck. I can't get off of the
pain meds I needed to get through the treatment, I now have fibromyalga,RA,a
thyroid that is destroying itself. I also cannot remember anything.I am planning
to go to an inpatient pain clinic. I emphasize with all of your postings and my
heart goes out to all of you. I am here for anyone who wants to talk.
Susan
Snoqualmie WA Friday, April 02, 2004
My husband was diagnosed in october of
2002. Viral loads are very low, and is so far healthy. Liver biopsy in March
showed no damage. Dr. Thinks he can wipe it out with interferon, but our
insurance plan won't cover it. God has directed us to this site. It is helpful
to know there are alternative treatments out there. I am praying for all of you
who are going through this as well.
Stacie
Cressona PA Tuesday, March 30, 2004
Wish me luck all, I am going to University
of Colo. with stage 4 cirrhosis, so please pray for me and my family, it has
been a long journey and it is not over yet, peace and love.
Tammi
Platteville Colo Sunday, March 28, 2004
glad i found this site.did not respond to
treatment.hope they come up with a cure.if not see ya`ll in the next life.
felix
Thursday, March 25, 2004
diagnosed in 98 after donating blood for
my good friend janice, waiting for her transplant. what a shock. no on my own
and living in paradise. i start treatment next week. found this site and want to
support it and all involved. any help/support is greatly appreciated. any
help/info will be greatly appreciated. cc
carole
kailua-kona hi Thursday, March 25, 2004
your site seems very informative. THANK
YOU. searching for answers. hopefully ive found the right place.
Shana
wall nj Wednesday, March 24, 2004
i'm visiting this web site because i have
hepatitis c
Aaron
Canyon Country CA Wednesday, March 24, 2004
Thank you for having a wonderfully
helpfull website. I was diagnosed in 97 and have went thru 1 round of treatment.
I responded well. But I am having a relapse and am very scared to go thru it
again, so I did some searching and found this site and it has helped me a lot!!
I have gotten very good info and now know there are other options!! thanks
again!!!
Avery
Mesa Az Tuesday, March 23, 2004
I was diagnosed in 1994. I am in my second
round of treatments, so far I am responding this time. I was so excited to find
this website, I don't feel so alone. GOD BLESS TO ALL OF YOU!
Sherry
Clarkston MI Monday, March 22, 2004
Diagnosed in the 80's also Diabetic. Did
the chemo 3 times in 2000 ,01 (peg/Inter) and 02. None worked. My viral count
always came back as "unreadable.I have cirrohsis and fibrosis. The illness
caused me to go on Disability until I lost my job. ALL Dr.'s have me as
Permantly disabled. I have been fighting for SSI for two years and now have to
move in with My parents I'm 46. I can't afford any Meds for Diabetes, kidney
problems. We are going to court for SSI. No IV drugs. Good luck, Good-bye.
Brian
Lodi Ca.Saturday, March 20, 2004
This is a great place to start. Maybe it
will help myself and others work through the isolation. Does anyone wonder why
this issue is never mentioned by government etc. It is an epidemic. Any class
actions or the like would be good to know.
Anita
Alamosa Co Thursday, March 18, 2004
I'm so glad God has led me this site.
Thanks very much for all this information at our fingertips.
Margaret
Rathdrum ID Tuesday, March 09, 2004
I am very happy to have found this site! I
was diagnosed with Hep C three years ago while going through Chemo for Breast
Cancer. I have had it over 20 years as near as we can figure. I got it from a
blood transfusion while in the Marine Corps when my 22 year old daughter was
born! Had severe reactions to Peg and Ribavarin so had to stop therapy! Waiting
to see what is the next step!
Schaorie
Wyoming MI Monday, March 08, 2004
My brother 49 discovered he had hepatitis
c and cirrhosis of the liver. He found out November 2003. He was in late stage
liver failure soon after. He didn't have symptoms. He died from this horrible
disease on Wednesday February 17th of 2004. I can not believe he died so
quickly. We're not sure how he contacted this illness. He drank heavy, had
tattoos, used drugs. An old girlfriend from 15yrs ago told us that she had
hepatitis c. I wonder if that's when he was tested and found out.
Sheila
Sudbury Ontario Sunday, February 29, 2004
HELLO out there every one hopfully every
bodys doing,good and staying strong.
aaron
riley KS Thursday, February 26, 2004
I was told that I have hep c in the year
2000, took the treatment and was found undetectable only to be told months later
that I was infected again, this thing has turned my life into a nightmare,I
wonder at times what really keeps me going, and now I'm hit with diabetes which
could be a result of the hep C, I can stand the pain as of now, and when if goes
away it doesn't stay away for long, so welcome to my world,take your shoes off
and stay a while
Dan
Tonawanda NY Tuesday, February 24, 2004
My 19 yo daughter just told me she has Hep
C. I am very glad you are here for me. I need the information
Anna
Whitney TX Tuesday, February 24, 2004
I have had hep C for over 14 years.
Interferon treatment didn't help me. I am a chronic non responder. I did try the
natural way for several years and it help me a lot. I am now dying of liver
failure. I am 46 yrs old. It is hard, but with access to web site such as this,
I feel a little better. Thank you.
John
Duncan Ok Saturday, February 21, 2004
I found out I had HepC in 2002 at a drug
treatment center. The only thing I could think of was dying and leaving my
children. Thanks to the internet and sites like yours I have so much hope and
know I don't have to give into this diease and I can be cured as mine was not
destroying my liver yet. Thanks for all the wonder information.
Janet
LaHarpe Ks Wednesday, February 18, 2004
Nice site and well presented with some
good info...
money_player
New York NY Wednesday, February 18, 2004
I was diagnosed 6 years ago,but have had
Hep C since my early 20's(I am 50 now).My second biopsy is this week and the
doctors want me to use Peg.? I am very nervous about this.If feel if it ain't
broke,don't fix it,I have been doing fine without it.If it took this long to get
this far,I will probably die from old age first!Best wishes and good luck to all
of you who are "members" of this awful club,no matter how you got it.
Carolyn
Bristolville Oh Monday, February 16, 2004
I just found this site. Learned a lot. I
was diagnosed 7 yrs. ago. My 26 yr.old daughter was diagnosed 4 yrs ago. One of
her three kids a 6 yr old has hep c too. My daughter died 2/4/03 from this
disease. I have read this site and am encouraged to learn that there are others
out there who are helping to educate people about this disease.
Lyla
Wichita KS Monday, February 09, 2004
Hi- I was diagnosed with HCV in 1994, but
I feel that I've probably been infected since around 1968. Since my viral load
was only 386,000, I elected to pass on treatment. Now I've been told that my
viral load has shot up to nearly 11 million, & was frantic to find some
information. THIS SITE CAME THROUGH FOR ME. Thanks
Tom
NY NY Sunday, February 08, 2004
Thank God there is a site like this one! I
have searched my home area for an "live" support group and the closest one to me
is over 100 miles away. I have been through treatment and have responded,
undetectable for over 2 years now, but I still feel "dirty"! IV drug use. Thank
you all for being here. I'll be back frequently.
Louise
joplin mo Thursday, February 05, 2004
Hello all ,I have had the C-Monster in my
life for two years now.I have no idea how this dreadful disease got me,but it
did.All I can do is keep on the herbal treatment I am on and pray to "GOD" it
puts the virus at a rest.
Jerry
Glencoe Ar Tuesday, January 20, 2004
I have been searching for you all for so
long and now I know that i am not alone.I was diagnosed in 2000 and I have
undergone the treatment twice to no avail, now my body is broken down from the
interferon as well as the antidepressents and they just left me like this.I have
been coping for months now not knowing what to do next and then God let me find
this website. Thanks for bring here.
debra
houston tx Monday, January 19, 2004
I was diagnosed with hepC 7 years ago. I
would like to see the government made more aware of how serious this epidemic is
and the future consequences as more people enter into late stage liver disease.
Mehmet
Johnson City TN Friday, January 16, 2004
Remember, you are not alone. There are
many other survivors out here willing to talk/help. I am willing to talk
anywhere anytime about my illness. God bless
Jim
Sweetwater Tex Wednesday, January 14, 2004
Thank You for this site. It has helped me
soooo much. The information you have supplied me with is without a doubt the
best I have come across. "GOD BLESS" to all my fellow Heppers.
Sandy
Dothan AL Saturday, January 10, 2004
I have had Hep C, Geno 1a, for 11 years.
IV drug use. I pretty much put it in the back of my mind thinking it would just
"go away". Well, we all know how that goes.I'm starting to get sick now, so I
have decided to start treatment.I'm eager and anxious all in one,but ready. Been
searching alot of sites, but this one is the best. Thanks for being there. I'll
be visiting alot in the days to come.
Catherine
Oroville Ca Friday, January 09, 2004
diagnosed with chronic hep c in 1992; did
Interferon/ribavirin treatment for 8 months in 2001; negative results;
non-responder; viral load higher after treatment than when started. I love this
website; have gotten some positive influence and hope from lots of others; very
good education on the disease in terminology I can understand. I certainly
learned I am not alone in this fight. Thank you.
sally
bellingham wa Friday, January 09, 2004
i really liked your website it was really
cool!
annette
groton ct Wednesday, January 07, 2004
Havent stopped by in awhile...Happy New
Year...Much love always to you and your wife...
Ruth
Grand Rapid Mi Wednesday, January 07, 2004
Thanks for providing a safe site for us to
go to & feel at home, without feeling less than. We need each other to rely upon
to get the lastest updates,& support. Thanks
anitalenor
San Francisco ca. Friday, January 02, 2004
I was diagnosed w/HepC in '94 when doing a
prison term. It seems alot of us were diagnosed that year.They use to tell me I
was non-A/non-B,then came up w/C.As a recovering addict I'm gratefull for living
past the age of 40 yrs.,as I thought I would not make it to my 40th also.Here I
am,not on any kind of therapy for HepC.Every person I do know that has been
through it gets violently ill and it scares me..I pray when the time comes that
I will get proper treatment.
Lore
Downey CA Saturday, December 20, 2003
My husband was misdiagnosed a few years
ago and now does not receive treatment as he is in jail. This silent killer is
thought to be a nusence by prison officials. It's too bad they can't see the
harm they are doing.
Trish
Concord NH Thursday, December 18, 2003
Nice well thought out site.I have been
diagnosed just over ten years now.Started combination therapy three months
ago.Trying to look to the future.
andrew
uk Thursday, December 18, 2003
Hi, I was diagnosed with hep-c geno type 1
A in 2000 just before my sweet mom passed away. I had started the combo tx as
soon as I found out but quit because of the side effects and I was going through
a terrible divorce at the time. I am now on this stuff again and although the
effects are awful at times I am too going to toughen it out with the help of
God. Good luck to you all out there for you are all God's children
rita from maryland
gaithersburg md Wednesday, December 17, 2003
I've been HCV undetectable for almost 3
years now. My husband still has it and won't do anything about treating it. I'm
always searching for more information or just someone to share information with.
Hope I can be some support to someone.
Carmen
Pasadena Tx Monday, December 15, 2003
My husband & I just recently found out we
both have Hepatitis c. i did not take it as a shock, but as time goes on... i
feel more scared, and alone. My husband is in prison. I'm thankful for online
resources & support. :)
J & K
Aberdeen SD Tuesday, December 09, 2003
Just wanted to say thank you to those who
have helped me here. May God bless us all!
Jill
Terre Haute IN Sunday, December 07, 2003
Hello All,its been a year are better since
i've been able to get back online.I just wanted to thank all of you at this
website for a place to visit and come back to over time! Mr. Kelly~~Texas
Mr. Kelly
Early Tx Saturday, December 06, 2003
My husband has been diagnosed with hep c.
It's nice to know there is a site that offers information and support. Thank
you!
Kelly
St. Augustine FL Wednesday, December 03, 2003
I am 29 years old and have just tested
positive for Hep C. I have never used IV drugs and was devastated when I found
out. Thanks to this website I now have a much better understanding of the
disease and what my future may bring as far as treatment goes. I am waiting for
my additional blood test results and am very thankful that this website is so
informative.
Robin
Johnston RI Tuesday, December 02, 2003
Hi everyone! I just found out on Nov. 25,
2003 that I have Hep C. I don't know what genotype of hep c I have, but I am so
nervous. Most likely I contracted it through IV drug use. Next week I am going
to get more tests. Help me I am so scared. Sometimes I just want to give up and
go back to using drugs, but I know I can't. Thanks for this site, it helps a
lot. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU!!!!!****
Jesse
New Milford CT Monday, December 01, 2003
I love the advice its perfect
angel
grand rapids mi Monday, December 01, 2003
Hello, my name is Janis and I am 44 years
old. I have been trough the interferon treatment twice and still no results.After 1 year of treatment which ended
in Sept.2003, I find that I have rapidly lost my vision, now wearing glasses,
have joint pain daily and swelling has now become factor. I have the need to
chat with people who can understand what I am feeling and I think this site is
wonderful for this. Information is helpful to my family. JT
Janis
Waller TX Saturday, November 22, 2003
I have had my diagnosis for 10 years now,
and am finally considering treatment...I am grateful to have found a place where
I can come for information, opinions, and a place where I can be heard. I feel
as though I have come home. Thank you so much for being here!
Ricke
Denver CO Monday, November 17, 2003
Recently diagnosed and about to start what
seems to be preferred treatment. I have been a creator of substance abuse
treatment both in the US and Europe for the past 30 years and suddenly I find
myself experiencing first hand what the people I have worked with are
experiencing in more and more overwhelming numbers. I am searching for
understanding and research as much as possible and I came across your website.
The chatroom seems like something I need to use.
Erne
Marienville PA Tuesday, November 11, 2003
I feel lucky to find this web site. I am
going to use it to help my family to understand what I am going through. I feel
really bad that I probably infected my husband, but he said life is too short to
let it stop real love. I started treatment in Apr. of 2003 and so far, so good!
I feel like a cancer patient who caused her own cancer. I was blessed to have a
non-infected pregnancy! Don't give up!
Marcella
Layton UT Saturday, November 08, 2003
I have had HCV for several years. I don't
know where I caught it maybe from having to borrow a razor in jail or IV drug
use. I have blood work done every six months and a ultra sound done every year.
My doctor says I'm doing OK,but if I want he will start me on interfuron. I
don't know if I should start treatments now or wait and see if my liver
functions get worse.
Chuck M
San Jose Ca Thursday, November 06, 2003
I was diagnosed in Seop. 2001. Went on
treatment, had no results. Seem to have lingering mild side affects.
Linda
St. Paul MN Monday, November 03, 2003
I start Interferon therapy this coming
Dec. and I've been scared and felt alone. Your web site has given me information
on how deal with some of the side affects and it let me know that a lot of
support is available to help me fight Hep c. Thank you.
Steve
Indep.Mo.Thursday, October 30, 2003
I was so glad to find this website. I was
diagnosed Jan.2003, biopsied in May, I am a I, 2,310,000 count.Refused treatment
at first. Started 6 weeks ago. It is rough. Have family & friends & church
support, but no one really understands. Thanks for your encouraging stories. I
look forward to many more visits to your site. God Bless.
Lori
catasauqua PA Tuesday, October 28, 2003
I want to say thank you very much for this
website. My mother has had this terrible disease for ten years now and has
developed cirrosis of the liver. Through this website, it has informed me that
they are others out there that live with this fatal disease daily. My thoughts
and prayers are with you all. May God bless you all
Brittany
Rock Hill SC Sunday, October 26, 2003
I want to say thank you so much for this
website. We just found out my brother has hepatitis,but don't know what stage he
is in yet. But with your wonderful site you have given me alot of faith and I'm
going to do everything I can to help him and his family beat this. GOD BLESS YOU
AND YOUR FAMILY THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! CATHY
Cathy
Westwego LA Saturday, October 11, 2003
I was a member when I was first diagnosed
three years ago. My computer crashed and I now have a new address! I haven't yet
undergone treatment for a variety of reasons. I am 45 years old. I am now
looking into trying to fight this thing instead of pushing it out of my mind.
Love and prayers to all like me.
Jill
Terre Haute IN Friday, October 10, 2003
Diagnosed with HepC on Aug.18 2003 after
giving blood. Liver biopsy Sept.10.Biopsy showed a stage 2 fibrosis. I start
treatments OCT.3 Thank you for your web site God Bless You All.
Duane
Madison AL Tuesday, September 30, 2003
You have given me hope for my 33 year okd
son
Tessa
Folsom ca Saturday, September 27, 2003
Glad to know I'm not as alone as I
thought. Keep up the good work. We all need help at one time or another.
Pam
Slagle La. Wednesday, September 17, 2003
I just want to say that I am thankful for
all the websites addressing Hep C. My stepdad and husband both have Hep C and it
is comforting to know so many are their devoting time and resources. I hope all
that visit such sites find comfort and support and one day a cure will be
developed for Hep C.
Shari
Bridgeview Il Monday, September 15, 2003
YOUR web site is wonderful.My husband has
just started his peg-interferon combo 3 weeks ago Was diagnosed 3 months
ago.We have decided to stop the treatment and try the herbal instead.That
medicine was just to hard on him.Thank God for this web site,and thank you.I
can't tell you how much you have helped already.Will definitly be back again and
again.God Bless.
Sherry
muskogee ok Wednesday, September 10, 2003
Am I happy to find this site. I was
diagnosed 2 years ago with hep c and type 2 diabetes. I tried to take the
peg-interferon, but it made me deathly ill and thinned my blood so much that my
Dr. made me quit. I had no idea that there were herbal remedies. I am 53 and a
grandmother and I intend to live for a long time to come. Your website is now on
my favorites list. Thank you so much.
Judy
Packwood WA Saturday, September 06, 2003
I was recently diagnoised with HEP-C and
my wife found this site for me. This has been very helpful and keep up the work.
I have had liver biopshy and will get results 9/5/03, but i am already taking
Milk Thistle, and Muti-Vitamins, diet, exercise, i have day's that are not good
right now but thanks to my wife and family and lots of prayer's im fighting this
dragon.
Alan
Heiskell TN Friday, August 29, 2003
Hello, My name is Pam. My age is 49 this
year and contracted HCV delivering my first child 21 years ago. After being
diagnosed 4 years ago I searched for information since none of the specialists
had any knowledge or answers. I am glad for this site and found information to
share with my general Dr. She has been a great support of my decision of
forgoing the interferon. I am so glad to hear so many have turned to Christ. I
pray for all and the families for strength.
Pamela
Englewood FL Sunday, August 24, 2003
I am 48 years old and was diagnosed with
HEP C in1999. Hystorectomy in 1991 most likely cause when I received blood. I am
in the process of going to yet my 3rd Gastroenterologist for the new interferon
treatment. Your website was very informative and very sad at the same time. To
read so many are suffering from this terrible virus is overwhelming. I know I am
not alone and I continue to fight. May GOD bless all.
Deb
Euless TX Friday, August 22, 2003
This is my first time viewing your site
and I think it is very informative. I have known about my Hep C since 1996 and
because of circumstances beyond my control I am just now seeing a doctor for
bloodwork etc. I have been researching herbs as an alternative before any other
kind of treatment. This site is wonderful!! Keep up the good work.
Cheryl
Del City OK Wednesday, August 20, 2003
Having Hep C type 1b, is and has been the
hardest thing I have ever had to contend with. Both my life and the lives of my
family have been severly impacted. BUT I am alive almost 2 years longer than the
Dr's thought. I am now very sick and tired of having to fight this everyday, but
somehow i am still here......... hope for all
Joseph
Wenatchee WA Monday, August 04, 2003
I had my second biopsy yesterday. I did
the treatment five years ago, it didn't work. I won't do it again either! I'm 41
and am going to just ride it out. good luck to all
Bob
gr mi Saturday, August 02, 2003
Both my husband and I have HCV. I was
digagnosed in 94 , him just a few years ago.We finally saved enough money to
start him on a check up. Lab results show his blood is to thick. So now we are
waiting for more results to see if he has liver cancer. I know alot about HCV,
but nothing about HCV induced liver cancer, it's scary.Best of luck to everyone.
My philosophy, never ever give up, keep trudging, know matter how hard.
Susie
Tucson Az Monday, July 28, 2003
Hey! I just recently met the most
wonderful man I have ever met, and found out he has Hep C. I have found this
site very informative. I am a FIRM believer in herbs, and he is considering
Interferon, so I have sent him the link in hopes he will realize that not all
man made treatments are for the best. I hope that it enlightens him as it did me
Jenny
Russiaville Indiana Sunday, July 20, 2003
I found this site due to the fact that I
love my husband who has HEPC. This is all new to us. We have not even went to
our 1st appointment yet, but the thought of it all scares us. He is so sick. I
spend my Sundays searching and reading. I think I am ready to fight this with
all I have. Lord give me the strength.
Donna
Greencastle IN Sunday, July 20, 2003
This is a great site. I'm glad I found it.
I am Genotype 2, Stage II 9 weeks into 24 week treatment with Peg/Ribavirin.
Doing well so far.
Betty
West Haven CT Friday, July 18, 2003
Helpful site. I have hep-c, too. Thank you
for shedding some light on this otherwise dark subject.
Barbie
Arlington Tx Tuesday, July 15, 2003
hell-o my name is tammy im a 17yr old girl
who lives in calgary alberta im just writing to say that you all are so srong
and amazing my mother is 42 and is infected with hep c.I see almost everyday
what she goes through and it makes me so sad.Today the reason i am a guest on
your website is because my mother hates to talk about here hepc and dosen't tell
me much about it. So i was just here cuz im doing research. anyways huggs and
kisses
Tammy
calgary alberta Thursday, July 03, 2003
I thank you for this website for I have
learned a great deal. I am a 24 year old male and have just learned I suffer
from CHC. I don't know much about it but am learning more everyday. The journey
continues
Jamie
San Diego CA Monday, June 30, 2003
Kev I want to thank-you for this web site.
It has helped me understand more of what my family and friends are going
through. This is a great site to come to learn about Hep-C. My thought and
prayers go out to each and everyone here and everywhere that has to go through
all of this. God Bless and be with Each and Everyone.
Dorothy
Locust Grove Ok Tuesday, June 17, 2003
I don't know much about this disease and
guess I was a bit shocked to have it and then to find out my liver was scared
also. Now the journey begins.
Lynn
mpls mn Tuesday, June 17, 2003
I am Stage 4 cirrhosis with hep c, no
drugs or alcohol for over 4 yrs. Have primary doctor and have seen specs. Would
like to participate in research to facilitate cure or medical treatment. Thank
you.
Robin
Austin Tx Tuesday, June 10, 2003
just found your web site. hope to visit
more often.Its nice to know there are other people out there with the same
feeling thank you.
missy
hartsville s.c. Monday, June 09, 2003
hi been on treatment for 6 months... the
side affects havnt been to bad and now the DR tells me its not working LUCKY ME
but you have to move on and see what else you can do any sugestions
Jimmy
coventry RI Monday, June 09, 2003
I found out I had Hep-C back in Feb. 2000.
My viral load is over 3,500,000 at last check in Jan. 2003. Feel pretty achy
most of the time. I am on oxycontin for pain from a botched hysterectomy that
damaged one of my nerves, so that helps with the pain from the Hep-c. I am going
to try to control it with diet and plenty of rest. God bless us all.
Mary
ABQ NM Thursday, June 05, 2003
Just visited your site for the first time.
Like the ease with which I could navigate it and the "look". While I don't have
hepatitis myself, I have many friends that do. I am glad I found this site, so I
may let my friends know about it and learn about hepc. Thanks
Lyla D
Lakeland Fl Thursday, June 05, 2003
nice to know your not alone 6 weeks to go
on my treatments long haul
gary
ft myers fl Thursday, June 05, 2003
Hello- It's so nice to learn of your site,
I have this wide spreading disease. I couldn't believe how many are infected
with it. I've had it for some years, but my liver levels are doing ok for now (I
believe it's from milk thistle). Love your site and will be telling others of
it, you have so much to offer, thanks.
Diane
Yuba City CA Tuesday, June 03, 2003
I just checked out your site and think
you're providing a wonderful service. I was diagnosed non-A non-B in 1987 and
with HCV in 1992. Tried two types of interferon combo's without adverse effects,
but also without beneficial effects. Also went the herbal and dietary route for
years. Had a liver transplant in 2000 and even though I still have a very
virulent form of HCV, it hasn't started affecting my liver yet and I'm doing
exceptionally well. Thanks for your efforts!
Terry
Seattle WA Friday, May 30, 2003
My best friend of 10 years has Hep C. He's
had it since he was an infant (blood transfusion) but no one knew until he was
17. I've seen interferon really tear him down, even make him challenge his
faith! This website is great! Thank you so much for being around! It helps eases
my mind to know he's not alone! I'll pass on this site and hope he pops in!
Keep the faith! :)
Jay
Escondido CA Wednesday, May 28, 2003
How weird. I go to a.a. meetings in Hemet
& discovered this site on bulletin board. Starting peg therapy in 1 week. Also
have cancer & taking radiation. Doing both therapies at once.
richard
San Jacinto ca Sunday, May 25, 2003
I found this site to be very helpful. It
helped me quit my Shooting and doing drugs. I am only 13
Jill
Regina sk Friday, May 23, 2003
I found this site to be extremely helpful
both in knowledge and in personal interest. I have been looking for a site that
offered real help. My mother has recently been diagnosed and we are all still
learning a great deal about the disease. Thank you for taking the time to keep
this wonderful site open to the public.
Samantha
Lexington KY Friday, May 23, 2003
Found this site very informative and it
has motivated me to live a healthier lifestyle (i.e., use the mentioned herbal
remedies). Been offered interferon treatment (2) but have declined. Feel healthy
apart from muscle ache. Do not want a vocabulary that will articulate symptoms
that are not there but dont want to deny symptoms either. I will be visiting
this site again. Thanks.
Marcus
dundee scotland Friday, May 16, 2003
I contacted hep-c 6 months ago. I have
vasculitis in my legs to go along with it, but with the medicine and lots of
prayers from my church going family, things are improving day by day. Keep your
faith in the Lord and He will heal you.
Ted
castro valley ca Tuesday, May 13, 2003
i have visited your site and have found it
to be very helpful to me
lorraine
deer lodge mt Tuesday, May 13, 2003
I am recovering from Hep C. I have
finished my treatments, and so far, so good. Will have another viral load test
end of June 2003.
Wendy
Bokeelia FL Tuesday, May 13, 2003
This site is so encouraging, and
inspiring. To know that there is an alternative. I don't know if I have Hep C
yet. But all the people I used to hang around with do. So, I am going to get
tested. It's just so great that there is something else to try besides that
chemo medicine that I don't think I'd be able to do. Thanks so much,
Gina
Ct. Saturday, May 10, 2003
I am very pleased to find such an
informative site for hepatitis C patients and families. Keep up the good work.
Marty
Little Rock AR Sunday, May 04, 2003
Very helpful and informative website.I
just finished 48 weeks of combo treatment and am non-detectable. Good Luck and
Prayers to All!
patricia
yardley pa Monday, April 28, 2003
I don't have Hep C, but my boyfriend does
and I am trying to learn more about this disease. I will be checking out the
rest of this site soon. Peace and God bless.
blanca
TX Saturday, April 26, 2003
I am really happy I found your site cheers
gail from australia
gail
penrith nsw Friday, April 25, 2003
Hi I'm Krystal. I found out I had
hep C Febuary of 2003. I start this week going to UW-Madison hospital for
treatment so I have no idea what will happen to me but I will be strong I hope.
And I hope things will go well since I don't know what to expect.
Krystal
WI Thursday, April 24, 2003
Just checking out this site.I found out I
had HepC Aug.2002.Have had a hard time dealing with it.But thanks to sites like
this and others its getting better.To all the other heppers out there hang
tough!I went on inteferon Feb.2003 but had to be taken off because of side
effects am waiting to see if I can go back on it.
Linda
Lavonia Ga Wednesday, April 23, 2003
Hi Everyone, I am starting my treatment
very soon, I got Hepatitis C from blood transfusions I received back in 1970. I
have a positive attitude going into this, and I know I will be OK. God Bless You
All.
Pat
No. Andover, Mass Wednesday, April 23, 2003
Looking forward to sharing with others
suffering with this disease. I love the Lord and know He will care for me, but
we all need someone with skin on to share things with.
Mike
Palatka FL Wednesday, April 23, 2003
thanks for the informatious site ,it has
helped answer a lot of questions that doctors just can't answer
brian
worcester ma Tuesday, April 22, 2003
I turned 50 in October,2002. Began
treatment in mid september. Seven months down and four to go. The effects are a
real drag but my faith in Jesus Christ is getting me through. Thanks for your
web site. I just discovered it. It's great to read testimony of others who are
being healed in various ways from traditional medication to herbs and other
methods.
Steve
Wyckoff NJ Monday, April 21, 2003
Good Day to everyone: I just found out
that I have Hepatitis C virus and Cirrhosis. Don't know yet in what stage I'm in
I just pretty soon I will find out. Right now I'm a little depressed, you see I
always been here for everyone but my self and now it's all about me and my life.
I have lot of things to find out but even though I'm depress I will not give in.
God loves me and always did I guess he knows what I can take. Thanks for
hearing. Love to everybody in this world.
Zambra
Brooklyn NY Thursday, April 17, 2003
Glad to find this place! Hope to make it
to the chat room soon.
DonnaR
K. City area MO Tuesday, April 15, 2003
I have hep C and was on interfon and now
am non decteable.
Jahna
San Diego CA Wednesday, April 09, 2003
Hi Everyone Im glad this site is here I
was recently diagnosed with hep c after finding out I had PCT which is often
associated with hep c I just had the liver biopsy and will be starting the combo
therapy in a couple of weeks. This whole thing has been devastating. The side
effects of the combo therapy sound scary. The doctor says milk thistle will
decrease the viral level. God bless you all and fight the good fight. I will
visit this site more now that I have found it.
Dave
Roseboro nc Friday, April 04, 2003
Hey what's up everyone! I'm 25 f/ hep c
pos. as of 1999. Starting treatment on Peg combo next month. Doc wants me nice
and sober from alcohol for another month. Been clean from Heroin four years!
Life changing very rapido!!! Nice to have somewhere to go for support. Thanks!!
van
V.A. Tuesday, April 01, 2003
Hey, well I`m a 30 year old male. I`ll be
celebrating my 5th year of freedom from heroin this coming June, hip hip houray!
Unfortunately, my past caught up with me last month when I was diagnosed with
hep C. Being recently born again, Kev`s story was a real testimony to me. Thanks
a lot...With Kev`s permission, I`d like to translate his story into French. So
Kev, if you read this please contact me.
Jeff
Montreal,CAN. QUE Tuesday, April 01, 2003
I woke up one morning tired and fatiqued.
It didn't go away I was Diagnosed with Hepatitis C in November 2002. I'm on
Interferon/Ribaviron Treatment for six mounths. The side affects are the worst.
Seems I feel isolated-no one understands the fatique, muscle and joint aches the
mental disillusion (caos). Looking forward to ridding of this DRAGON! God Bless
to all.
Eric
Saluda NC Monday, March 31, 2003
One year after 48 weeks of the combo
treatment....viral load "undetectable". Contracted in 1974. Luck to all who are
fighting both the disease and the ignorance!
Larry
Port Charlotte FL Friday, March 14, 2003
There are many that I love with HCV and I
wanted to say that I really am truely inspired with the way that this page helps
people. I suport the page and God bless everyone who has HCV.
Aimee
Montcalm Wv Friday, March 07, 2003
I want to thank you for having this
valuable tool at one's fingertips. I started taking the Milk Thistle before I
got to the GI Specialist, changed my eating habits, lowered my sodium intake
too. I have done just that. Now, at 45, I am facing the biggest challenge of
all. Alot of decisions to be made, mind adjustments, and soul searching. Thank
you for your dedication and committment to reaching out to others with this
valuable information site. Prayers to all.
Sharon
Phoenix AZ Friday, February 28, 2003
Just another hepper, non responder
Steve
hudson fl Wednesday, February 26, 2003
I am just getting on line and I am looking
forward to using the chat room to talk to others with hep c
karen
ferris tx Tuesday, February 25, 2003
Hi everyone, I am Crystal. I've been
diagnosed since 2000. I am now scheduled for a biopsy and possible treatment. I
am inquiring into all aspects of Hep C before i choose to do treatment. Where I
am now is that there are no guarantees. I'll pray about it. Good luck to all of
us who live with Hep C.
Crystal
Ft. Lauderdale FL Tuesday, February 18, 2003
hello everybody'im 44 and just diagnosed
3weeks ago with hep c, going for a liver sonogram monday,before i start interferon
injections.feeling healthy,and ready too try and get this disease under
control..very informative site i am sure i will be visiting often.thanks
mike
woodbridge va Wednesday, February 12, 2003
I am the Program Director of Public Works,
a small grass-roots Harm Reduction Program helping the marginalized community
deal with the effects of Hepatitis C and Aids by promoting and supplying harm
reduction tools and education. Your web site is exactly the sort of tool we
encourage and will be supplied to our participants. Your service is invaluable,
keep up the good work. Thank you
Gale
Somerset NJ Saturday, February 08, 2003
Thank you for sharing your story and for
this site.
Terri
TN Saturday, February 08, 2003
I'm so glad I found this website. Havin
Hep C makes you feel so alone because nobody understands the toll it takes on
you mentally and physically.The joint pain, being tired,nausa and all the other
things are hard to cope with and work full-time and your resources are limited
where I live.I'm not a drug user but have worked in a hospital for 24 years.I
don't know how I got it.
Debbie
Church Hill tn Wednesday, February 05, 2003
Diagnosed 1/10/03, one week after
canceling my health insurance. So far, I'm tired and glassy eyed, but reasonably
functional. I don't know for sure how I became infected. Abused drugs in the
70's. Seems like the disease should have shown up a long time ago. Thanks for
this site.
pete
Magdalena NM Tuesday, February 04, 2003
My family has been affected by Hep. C- So
far all is well!!! God Bless!!
Tamara
I.C. IA Friday, January 31, 2003
Just diagnosed on 1/22 after going to er
for what I thought was a bleeding ulcer. Have 12 and 13 year old kids and no
insurance. Drug free for the last 15 years, but have no doubt that is where the
hep c came from. Pray for us.
Mary
Memphis TN Wednesday, January 29, 2003
My son now
18 donated blood last spring at a high school blood drive, Carolina Georgia
Blood Bank done the drawing. He tested positive for Hep-C antibodies. So I had
all the blood work done on him. It came back negative. Donated again and it came
back positive again. He is my life!! What do I do now? Thanks for listening. God
Bless All
Pat
Westminster SC Monday, January 20, 2003
just diagnosed, have no insurance, need
info on what to do. Clean after years of drug abuse. any info appreciated
Brandi
Cape Coral fl Monday, January 20, 2003
What a great source to gain knowledge and
inspiration. Keep up the good work!
Sheila
Dawsonville GA Sunday, January 19, 2003
i've known about my hep c since 1995,i'm
also on the waiting list for a new liver. I need to loose weight though or
surgery has more of a chance to kill me. Keep the faith.
Pamela
boynton beach florida sunday, january 19, 2003
What a wonderful website. It seems to be
very helpful in letting others know that they are not alone.
Vickie
Johnson City TN Sunday, January 19, 2003
I found out I had HepC in 1985. I was
shocked and very depressed for a very long time. I have been married to the same
man now for 17 years and he is Neg. (that I thank god for Everyday)And we have a
very normal sex life. Somedays are good for me and others are bad,but I've
learned to try and focus on the good things and it's made things a little
easier. I look forward to tomarrow and am determined to fight this disease with
all I have. God bless you All And keep up the fight. Love,
MeShell
Highland CA Saturday, January 18, 2003
I was diagnosed with hepatitis c almost 6
years ago and hepatitis B 3 years. Last week I found out that my 1 year old son
tested positive for hep C and my whole world came crashing down. After visiting
this website and learning more and more about this deadly disease I felt like
there is still hope. Yes, it is a shame that my son now has it also however they
are coming up with more help everyday. And I also know my son will fight and be
just as strong as I am! Thank you.
Elizabeth
Bethlehem Pa Saturday, January 18, 2003
I was diagnosed with Hep C on Jan. 2001.
I'm 19 years-old. My doctor said I'm the youngest patient he ever diagnosed with
this disease. I sometimes get really scared and depressed, feeling sorry for
myself. But my worst fear is that I might infect someone else, somehow. This
site has given me a lot of hope and new knowledge. If anyone has any advice,
please email me. Thanks!
Julie
Portland OR Thursday, January 16, 2003
I am on the combination therapy peg inf/ribavirin and what a gruelling experience this is especially raising a 3 1/2 year
alone and trying to finish school. I am sick all the time I must have every side
effect you can imagine But I trust that I will be delivered from this awful
disease!!! The sad thing is I will really miss having a relationship and someone
to love
Sandee
vista ca Monday, January 13, 2003
I was told 4 days ago by my Dr. that I had
Hep-C and there are already signs of liver damage. I came on this site and many
others to try to understand this thing, and see what I do next. All I can say is
that God works in mysterious ways, because the reason I got tested was because I
had met someone and yes had unprotected sex, so I was worried so I got tested
for everything. I am kinda glad that this happened because it probably would've
gone on for years before I even knew.
Sharon
DeKalb IL Monday, January 13, 2003
my wife is starting peg.She is doing riba
now and will slowly ease into interferon.She has had a transplant but its ate up
already.I have hep also but my liver panel is high normal.
Mark
okeechobee Fl Monday, January 13, 2003
I did not realize how lonely life could be
until I found out I had hep-c I have discovered that it leaves not much hope for
a relationship God Bless all
ryan
ak Sunday, January 12, 2003
I found alot of information on this site!!
I was scared of the liver biopsy ,but I think I can deal with now.I'll try to
make the Sunday chat.
Dee
Massapequa NY Friday, January 10, 2003
Just went through 7 mos of dual treatment.
Taken off on Monday, more of a relief than a failure of the meds. Would gladly
do the full year if there was more hope of it working for me. Will try herbs
next. I have prayed and know that God is curing me. I just have to be patient.
God Bless
Pat
macomb mi Thursday, January 09, 2003
Just found this site and I'm very
interested in learning more and sharing more with others that have HCV. I dont
know what to expect and hope to talk to others who can enlighten me. So far I
think this site is great and I think it will help me a lot.
Patti
Queens NY Tuesday, January 07, 2003
Hi I would like to think you for leting me
read all the good storys.It has helped me a lot with my fight with this thing.I
am not going to give up I will fig | 
