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« on: December 15, 2008, 11:34:23 AM »
Just got the news. The virus is UNDIE to <5 iu/ml.  I guess I don't know what to feel, yet. Brother Pete, if you're reading this. . . you'll be here in God's time.  Smiley Lee, Missy and everyone else still on the battlefield. . . you can make it. I figure it's in the bag for you three.

Just about everyone here is stronger, tougher than I am. . . and I made it. Never give up. . . never, never give up.

PS I hadn't had a pcr since wk 12 of tx. It just seemed like the thing to do.

blessings to everyone. . . .
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geno 3A--24 wk tx--SVR

"Love is just a song we sing. . . fear's the way we die. . . . "
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« Reply #1 on: December 15, 2008, 12:30:02 PM »
That's awesome.

For whatever the heck it may be worth, both times I treated I had high levels of virus at 3 months post so for you to have already gone 4 that's pretty good.

Congrats.

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Round 1 2005 48wk Pegintron Relapsed
Round 2 2007-08 39wk Infergen Relapse
9/26/08 Diag. Stage 4
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« Reply #2 on: December 15, 2008, 01:54:58 PM »
Somehow I didn't expect anything less.  Wink.   

Fred,

I truly am thrilled for you ... there is no doubt in my mind that you will be SVR.  Odds are certainly your favor now!


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1a, Stage 4, cirrhosis
Round 1: 48 weeks from 5/19/06 - 4/13/07
Relapsed 9/24/07
Round 2: 72 weeks from 12/11/07 - 4/21/09
Relapsed 5/27/2009
Round 3: 48 weeks from 12/2/2009 - 10/27/10
Third time's a charm ... SVR BABY!!!!
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« Reply #3 on: December 15, 2008, 04:58:29 PM »



Mongo digs good news...


All aboard the UNDIE train! ! !


Love and Prayers to all,


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« Reply #4 on: December 15, 2008, 07:56:22 PM »
Congratulations!  Now THAT is the best Christmas present.  Have a wonderful Xmas.
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« Reply #5 on: December 16, 2008, 06:33:51 AM »
At 4 months you are virtually assurred of attaining SVR. 

I don't have the study at my fingertips but it is generally acknowleged that after 3 months only a small percent relapse.  One study went so far as to suggest that 100% retain that status UNLESS they are stage 4.  I believe that the reason for that is that due to cirrhosis or fibrosis there is a greater chance that a few straggler virons may "hide" in areas like scar tissue and that these areas may not be as easy to clean out by TX.

I think that you are likely looking very good for an "official" SVR. and what a great Christmas gift it is indeed....

Willy
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« Reply #6 on: December 16, 2008, 07:48:07 PM »

  HEY PONCHO  Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin

   What a deal man  I do God would bless you  and for real you are one of those giants that have done the battle and come out the other side  ok. Thanks for the hope brother. I,am so happy man .

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« Reply #7 on: December 16, 2008, 07:50:45 PM »
What great news..it's nice to know!

Becky  Smiley
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« Reply #8 on: December 17, 2008, 10:25:06 AM »
How great is that news for a Christmas wish? Congratulations and I hope your sides vanish quickly. Keep your spirits high...robin
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« Reply #9 on: December 28, 2008, 12:03:56 AM »
I'm so happy for you! Great news. There's always a little nervousness around the PCR's, and it's a wonderful relief to have one come out undetectable! And this is an important one, too.

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« Reply #10 on: December 28, 2008, 06:47:38 AM »
Wonderful news!...your post was such a blessing of hope and encouragement to us all....you may think you are not as strong as others..but you are....and your kind spirit and guidance a true blessing to us all....

We are so very thankful to know you.  Your news is an awesome Christmas blessing.

Blessings,

Lee
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« Reply #11 on: January 05, 2009, 07:42:06 PM »
Wow Max!
This is great news to hear. Makes all the sides seem not so bad now!

Earl
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