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Subject: Hepititus C, never be scared,, be strong and knowledgeable


Author:
Boni
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Date Posted: 10:03:18 05/10/02 Fri
I am in the process of beginning my peg-interon injections along with the 2dose pills per day of another medicine called rib somthing. I do not take my findings of having this horrible disease mildly but I do try to follow very carefully what my doctor says and #1 is drink lots and lots of water. You take your weight and divide it by 2, that gives you the amount of ounces of water per day you must drink. The reason for the diet change is to allow your liver to kinda filter and clean out the best it can. I was told by my doctor whom I trust dearly in that there are seveal strains of Hepititus C and of 2 one is 40% success rate in stoping it from further destroying your liver and there is one that is 90% successful in isolating it, Thank You Lord for for my having the 90% rate. But I can as all of you can fall into the 10% so were all in the same boat. The Injections are given by yourself into usually your thighs. The injections are weekly and if after 3 months no change then you will have to stop taking them because it isn't working for you,, then the doctor will advise of another approach, each person is different. But please all of you who (as I just found out I have Hep C) don't listen to folks ASK YOUR DOCTORS. One lady told me if I hold a life saver candy under my tounge while taking the injection it will keep downt he nausia,,,, Doc said Old wifes tales. But now of all times eat extremely healthy,, like fish and fresh vegetables and fruits. I must drink 81 oz of water a day. I have a sport water bottle that holds 20 oz. so far today its 1pm and I've already done intake of 50 oz, and juice is recomended over soda but juice must be clear type,, no pulp like in orange juice or pink lemonade. Best juice to drink occassionally,, cuz you gotta get the water down daily too,, is apple and grape and even gatoraide is included in that list,, lean meats,, Just a very well balanced diet. Please anyone including YOU Em keep in touch with me I will begin my injections within the next 6 weeks, Love to all and be STRONG...think about it this way,,,,, GOOD THING we found out now,, Im turning 47 tommorow 5/11/55 fact known is 85% of cases of Hepititus are from babies of the 50's. Interesting isn't it?? Keep faith ask for Gods help and you will be AOK!!! I will if you will,, keep in touch through this process soon to begin. Love to all,,
Boni :o)
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Subject: Re: Lonely in Texas


Author:
doyug grant
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Date Posted: 07:36:07 03/26/05 Sat
>I like to chat!!! male 51 Texas. started peg-intron
>and Ribavirin 1 month ago.Viet nam vet, been thru alot
>in my life but nothing like this!Scared and no one to
>talk to!
>Be a friend lets chat!
>
>Fred
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Subject: drinking alcohol after interferon?


Author:
Sandy
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Date Posted: 21:31:18 01/21/05 Fri
Hi everyone:
My question concerns drinking after interferon treatment. I have a friend who went through interferon treatment about four years ago. He says he was cured, he even read the letter from his Dr. to me that stated there were signs of the virus. Beleiving that the virus is no longer in his system he began drinking alcohol again, he had abstained for three years. I saw him recently and he looks as though he has gained 100 pounds, all in his stomach and face. He says he still is hep c free. Is this possible? Is it safe to drink alcohol after treatment? Another friend who is a nurse tells me that he more than likely has developed cirrhosis and that he probably has a condition called ascites. I am very concerned for him because I feel he is deceiving himself. Does anyone know?
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Subject: Potential relationships


Author:
Tara
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Date Posted: 19:37:18 02/10/06 Fri
wanted opinions on the subject...reference: dating... when to discuss the Hep C issue when dating a nonHepper...

This is difficult. If yuu wait and see how the relationship progresses before telling you have sunk much time into it. Yet if you tell too soon then it is potentially one more person who knows that maybe does not need to. My doctor tells me that whether to tell or not is not an issue as long as condoms are used. He is suppose to be an expert in the hep field???? Yet I find this approach so deceiving. An opinion or advice would be appreciated.
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Subject: I was just dignos with hep. c today. I am so scared


Author:
Jan
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Date Posted: 17:00:15 02/15/06 Wed
Hi, I just found out today that I have hep c. I don't know what to do. I don't have insurance, so I can't get a second opinion and I can't get treatment. I feel so alone and I am so scared. I am trying not to let my children or my signifigant other know just how scared I am. I am trying to be strong and brave as if it isn't a big deal and don't worry me. but the truth is I am very scared. When I eat I feel sick and feel like I want to vommit. but so far I haven't. there has to be something I can eat that won't make me feel this way.
the dr. said she is going to have me do more blood work and that it may take 2 to 3 weeks to get it back. but that it will tell her how far along I am. but it don't look like I will be able to get treated any time soon. so I don't know what to do. anyway thanks for listening. Jan
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Subject: very single gay male


Author:
andy
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Date Posted: 05:06:30 03/13/06 Mon
gay dude in miami looking for other gay men to relate and maby more( monogamous realtionship man)
Subject: Single GWM


Author:
Chris
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Date Posted: 20:26:40 11/22/04 Mon
Hey Everyone!
My name is Chris. I am a 20 year old gay white male. I live in the Atlanta area. I found out that I had HepC when I was 17. I am looking for friends or maybe more with HCV in my area. If anyone is interested please get in touch with me.
Thank You!
Chris
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Subject: single alone and tired of it


Author:
stephanie
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Date Posted: 13:09:00 03/10/06 Fri
I wished that I could find me someone that would be there for me and help me thru this. I am so scared and when you are going thru something like this and when you don't have anyone it makes it allot harder. I wonder if they have to do the treatment or what ever I face how am I going to get thru this with out haveing someone to help me deal with this and be there for me if I am sick or what ever the case is. I live In Ms and maybe one day I will find that person that cares. I am wondering is it going to be hard on me finding a mate now.
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Subject: Single looking for lady that would like to make a new start


Author:
Sonny
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Date Posted: 20:57:10 01/05/05 Wed
Have know since 96 can't take treatments so been doing herbs,vitiams and a diet staying above water the doctors say keep doing whatever i'm doing! looking for a lady that would like a relation ship to help each other threw the dragon and have some fun doing things together when where up to it! would relocate for the rigth lady or she can re locate here!so get writing times wasting away!!
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Subject: 38-50or so guy with Hep C


Author:
Die
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Date Posted: 18:07:33 11/12/05 Sat
I am newly diagnosed and divorced. I am going to start
treatment in Dec. I have a 15 yearold and an 18 year old
and I live in southern california. If you are interested in
a friendship (more ?), please contact me at: Deeford7@hot
mail.com. Signed, DIE
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Subject: Enjoying life in MO despite


Author:
Tara
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Date Posted: 17:04:06 01/13/06 Fri
been living with hepC for five years... and just ended a 3 year long relationship... it has been my goal to enjoy my life despite the challenges... currently hepc has only proven to be a challenge on the dating scene... my last boyfriend.. a nonhepper.. accepted the fact and the precautionary measures..i feel great...am very active.. have a positive attitude.. and i am symptom free... However, it was not always like this... As for myself I feel that changing my attitude towards my predicament has proved to alleviate a lot ...if anyone would like to chat feel free to email me...
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Subject: Week 8 of Peg Interferon Therapy and Counting


Author:
Karen Miller
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Date Posted: 18:05:19 12/21/01 Fri
I am a 52 year old female pathologist living in Phoenix who was diagnosed in May of 2000 after I was turned down for life insurance for "some abnormalities" in my lab work. I think I was infected by a needlestick when I was a medical student back in the early 80s, but who really knows.
I started the combination Peg Interferon and Rebetol therapy on 10-26-01. I have had to reduce my interferon dose because of low white blood cell counts. I feel pretty punk, but have managed to carry on. Everyone comments how good I look, which is very disconcerting since I don't feel very well. I feel tired and depressed. I would be like to find others who are also on therapy to chat with. Since I am a physician, although certainly not an expert on HCV, I can also answer some questions you might have about the disease.
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Subject: Site for Hep-c singles


Author:
carl
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Date Posted: 16:51:01 12/30/05 Fri
Here is the address of another site that has a singles area, http://nationalhepatitis-c.org/
Subject: Single Male seeking single female in Northern California


Author:
Jack
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Date Posted: 19:18:08 12/19/05 Mon
I'm a 49 year old single white male seeking female. I'm employed and have a house. Would love to meet someone that understands the difficulties of HVC. Have a good day.
Subject: Wanted: Female Hepster for live in companion


Author:
Mitch
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Date Posted: 08:06:50 12/09/05 Fri
Does Having HCV mean a life time of loneliness and misunderstanding? Looking for a woman who can help me answer this question with a NO. Single attractive man with good personality, financially stable, retired homeowner Seeks Lonely attractive woman for life time companion. HCV is going to be around for awhile for us. I've done 48 weeks of Peg-intron non-svr, and current taking low dose interferon so I kinda know whats it all about. Lets talk and see if we can make a connection. Serious inquires only please.
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Subject: Looking for male


Author:
Pamela Ward
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Date Posted: 12:49:20 11/26/05 Sat
Looking for male. I am 48 yrs old who lives in Ohio. It gets lonely at times. Need someone to share my time with, starting as friends, then who knows. My children are grown. I do have grandchildren. People tell me I don't look sick, but on the inside is another story. My main problems is my muscles and joints, fatique . I just take naps when i feel tired. My husband passed away 2 years ago. Since then its been very lonely around here. I'm financially stable. I like old rock and country music. I like mexican food. I love animals. I have 2 dogs. I did tx but the vius came back after I completed tx. That was 4 yrs ago. Waiting on something new.
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Subject: Single, dating and HepC positive


Author:
Susan
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Date Posted: 14:31:39 03/31/02 Sun
Hello everyone,
I live in the Boston area and would really love to chat with/meet others with HCV. I have bouts of fear and loneliness and sometimes I forget I have the virus at all because I am healthy and my last two tests have come back with viral load barely detectable.
I am a teacher finishing grad school, lead a balanced life, and have eclectic interests. I have lived in this area for 2.5 years and because I've been in grad school it has been difficult to meet and maintain friendships.
I'd like to cultivate friendships and maybe a "dateship".
Would welcome responses.
Susan
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Subject: Hello everyone


Author:
Frances
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Date Posted: 17:45:24 11/19/05 Sat
Looking to meet others with Hep C,cultivate friendships and it sure would be nice to meet a nice man in my area to socialize with.

I live in Victoria BC and have a career as a Hair Designer. I'm 40 years of age, active , attractive and hold a very healthy attitude towards finding someone like myself who has HepC. As I feel for myself it would be realistic to find a relationship of that nature.

I'm not limited to just finding a relationship I would also like to talk to others and if anyone has any questions please feel free to contact me at francespickup@hotmail.com and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

Cheers,

Frances
Subject: REACHING IN TAMPA


Author:
SAILOROY
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Date Posted: 13:19:56 08/19/05 Fri
DIAGNOSED LAST YEAR MUST HAVE HAD VIRUS FOR 35+ YEARS. DUMB MISTAKE IN MY YOUTH DIDN'T LIKE DRUGS STOPPED THEN HAVEN'T USED FOR ALLTHESE YEARS. AGE 53 150LBS 5'9" WIFE AND I MADE A GOOD LIFE RAISED 2 KIDS UNTIL SHE PASSED IN 2001. NOW I FEEL LIKE LOOKING FOR A GIRLFRIEND. I'M A STRAIGHT ARROW BIGGEST KICK IS TO GET OUT FOR A DAY-SAIL. PLAN TO HAVE LOTS OF FREE TIME SOON AS KIDS WILL BE DONE WITH SCHOOL AND ON THEIR OWN. ONLY NEED ONE GIRLFRIEND. WRITE IF YOUR IN TOWN OR CLOSE BY. SAILOROY
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Subject: Single Hep Cat


Author:
Palooka
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Date Posted: 08:14:47 08/17/05 Wed
Hello i am a single 35 year old male with hep c. I think i am doing well with it, for now. The thing that has helped the most is not using drugs. IV drugs is the way I got hep c. I'm going to the doctor now, i let them make the desicions. Hopefully i will qualify for tx. I've had it for at least 10 years. The only problem i seem to have is low energy levels and depression, which usually go together anyways. Thankfully i have insurance through work, but i wonder if tx would prevent me from working and cause me to loose my insurance.
It sucks being single with hcv, it severly limits and hinders your ability to date in the so called normal world. I broke up with my x when i got clean, she continued to stumble back into her addiction. It was difficult letting go, a)because i loved her, and b) because i knew we both had the hep. Now i've got most aspects of life reasonably well together, but i am lonley and not getting younger. I am attractive for a man in his mid 30's, infact were not for this cursed grey hair, i could pass for mid twenties. I am 6ft, 200lbs, blue eyes, with a rapidly greying, yet full head of hair. I am a recovering heroin addict who is grateful for what he has. Hep sucks but it could always be worse. Anyway if you live in or around philadelphia, or anywhere, feel free to respond.
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Subject: hi


Author:
jackie
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Date Posted: 09:55:46 11/15/04 Mon
hi all. my name is jackie & i'm 52 yrs young. i've had hepc since 2001. went through peg.interferion tx. i'm a non-responder. they want me to do it again but i have to think about that one. i live in idaho so any heppers in the gem state post me. looking for friends. jackie
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Subject: New here


Author:
Lynn
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Date Posted: 12:56:06 03/09/05 Wed
Hello everyone. I'm a 46 year old woman, living in the Lake Tahoe, Reno area. I've been dealing with this virus for a long time now and I'm tired of being alone. I left my ex 5 years ago and ended up here, as I have family in the area. I have not done interferon and probably never will, due to genotype and sensitivity to most meds. I'm looking for a man to be with now, while there's still time to have some fun and to support one another on the bad days. I also miss having a girlfriend, as mine are either long gone or far away. I do smoke but quit drinking long ago. I still look pretty good, love to laugh, get out in nature, and just want to enjoy every day that I can. I'm willing to travel, but not too far. I was glad to find this forum, I've become very isolated due to this virus and only want people in my life that have walked the same path. I've encountered too many narrow and judgmental minds, and seen nothing of that here. Be well, Lynn. My e-mail is RIDICULOUS, but I had to come up with something... lonelyinreno963@cs.com
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Subject: looking for friendship


Author:
jane
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Date Posted: 16:54:46 10/01/05 Sat
I am a 51 year old female. I live in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Looking for friends to talk with. Feel so alone. If you want to tak my email is jane_macmaster@hotmail.com
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Subject: Interferion and Alcohol


Author:
Alishia Hight
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Date Posted: 08:59:08 10/27/05 Thu
I have 13 weeks left of Interferion treatment. I was doing real good. But the last two months, I started drinking alcohol. First it was just on the weekends, but now it is like every night. What are the side effects of drinking alcohol while taking interferion?
Subject: Peace of Mind


Author:
Recon
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Date Posted: 09:05:39 09/04/05 Sun
I am a 51 years old blackman from San Diego.
The VA has tried the treatments with me.
They did not work, but I am just as contect as I ever was. I was in a couple of relationships that ended ok, but I wonder if it was because I told they my sickness.
There seems to be a lot of intelligent people with this sickness. We could do a lot to help each other,once we get aquainted.

"Recon John"
Subject: Looking for Companionship


Author:
Bud
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Date Posted: 04:32:08 08/13/05 Sat
Hello out there. I've been diagnosed recently with this disease. I was allready single when I found out prior to a hernia operation. I have two beautiful kids that I adore but am getting lonlier by the day. I would like to meet someone in the Chicago area as I have no intention of passing this on to an uninfected female. Dealing with rejection is not one of my strong points and that seems inevitable when you have a communicable disease. I don't plan on any therapy at this time mostly because of the adverse effects of the potential cure. After all I'm not experiencing any symptoms as of yet and remain active and otherwise healthy. I love children( even if their not my own)ha ha! I have a good job and am responsible to a degree. I love the outdoors, music, animals and even some people. I live about an hour north of Chicago in a rural country setting and like it , but I do enjoy visiting the big city of Chicago now and then. They have some world class museums and such. If you think you might be interested in a relationship with someone like me, or would like to just chat maybe, then drop me an e-mail.
Lonely in the Country
Bud
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Subject: lady friends in north west georgia ?


Author:
michael dean
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Date Posted: 14:17:05 08/01/05 Mon
hi, ive been through two treatments and cleared both times but it keeps coming back it has done nothing for the muscle and joint pain but ican still work and ride motorcycle would love to have decent lady to ride with
Subject: Have Hep C and not happy at all


Author:
Geannie
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Date Posted: 21:18:57 07/26/05 Tue
I am so happy to find a sit where I can talk to people about having Hep c, I am very mad my infection was from the health care blood tranfussion during sugery. I have not told anyone in my family that I have Hep c only because I don't want them to worry, so I am keeping this to myself and it is bringing me down, I try to keep a postive attute about this Iam taking medication and smoking herbs and the herbs help the pain.

I am single because I don't want to tell or pass this on to anyone, but it would be nice to have someone to talk with or maybe even date everyone needs a friend and a lover don't you think I do.

So Iam posting my name and e-mail, Let talk and see what happens, what have we got to lose.

Just call me looking for love.

I also take a herbal drink that help keep my alt level down.
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Subject: Anyone from New Orleans?


Author:
Ann
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Date Posted: 13:44:29 06/29/05 Wed
Hey - just looking for folks in the New Orleans area. Was thinking that we could get a group together for dinner -- could do this every few weeks -- as there are enough places to eat here! Yell if you are interested.
Subject: hi


Author:
maria ferreira
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Date Posted: 00:39:30 06/29/05 Wed
hi i like to find friends , ladys or m,
jut friendship.
for the free time , im from brasil.living in dubai mirdif
can be my friend?
thanks
Subject: SWF 39 in VA/DC/MD area


Author:
Sarah
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Date Posted: 09:53:05 12/24/03 Wed
Looking to met new friends with HCV for support and friendship. I am am attractive SWF, blonde, green eyes, petite and attractive. Happy Holidays!!
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Subject: Texas, Oklahoma, and surrounding areas Single Retreat


Author:
Carl
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Date Posted: 03:00:31 06/15/05 Wed
I am organizing a Singles Get Together, retreat, for the Weekend of July 15-18 at Lake Texoma. I am retired Military so am setting it up at Sheppard Air Force Base Annex near Whitesboro, Texas. Lets get together and boat, fish, camp and make some new friends.
Pls e-mail with any questions and input.

Carl
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Subject: stranded in hootersville sc looking for love


Author:
johnny davis
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Date Posted: 23:08:36 05/31/05 Tue
hey my names johnny in the past year i found out i have the dragon a very high chronic strain . crap it sucks my girl friend left me high & dry & its really strange im no different than i was before the diagonoses but whoa youre diesesed hell i dont even know how long i had this thing but now im isolated im an artist im alone im almost sad except that this is the darkest comedy ive ever lived in & i see everything is so funny its fatal but its not the end so if theres a woman who wants to have a little fun out therelook through the darkness & see the light hell get hold of me johnny im 51
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Subject: Single in Dallas area, any ladies want to talk


Author:
carl
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Date Posted: 11:40:51 05/27/05 Fri
Divorced 48young male in Arlington, Texas with Hep c looking for a lady in same situation who would like to talk, get together and get on with life, if you are out there shoot me an email.

Carl
Subject: Looking for some social life


Author:
Kate
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Date Posted: 19:37:44 03/09/05 Wed
Hello all
Located in the NYC area and looking for friends to enjoy life with. I am also interested in finding a good christian man who puts God first. I am 52 and a health care worker. A five year relationship ended in July so I am moving on. Would love to meet and talk with anyone interested even if its just for "hangin out" Thanks Look forward to hearing from you. Kate
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Subject: New Friends


Author:
Clay Stone
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Date Posted: 18:30:44 04/30/05 Sat
Looking to meet single females in the NYC area I took treatment last year and did not clear
Subject: VISION LOSS DUE TO HEP C THERAPY


Author:
ROBERT
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Date Posted: 15:21:09 05/08/03 Thu
HOW MANY OF US HEPPERS HAVE LOST SOME OR NEARLY ALL THEIR
VISION. I ONCE HAD GREAT EYESIGHT LIKE A HAWK. I HAD A LIVER TRAMSPLANT IN JULY 2000. ONE YEAR LATER MY DOCS
DID THE REQUIRED BIOPSY AND FOOUND THAT MY HEP C WAS STARTING TO FLARE. THEY WANTED TO GO AGGRESSIVELY AFTER
THE VIRUS AND I WAS PUT INTO THE INTERFERON/ REBETOL THEARPY. TWENTY WEEKS LATER JUST IN AN INSTANT I LOS MOST OF MY SIGHT. I HAD A STROKE IN BOTH OPTIC NERVES AND AS
A RESULT I SUFFERED SEVERE DAMAGE THAT IS NOT TREATABLE OR
CUREABLE. MY PERIPHERAL VISION IS GONE WITH WOOLSPOTS IN BOTH EYES(NO SIGHT NOTHING). I LOST THE ABILITY TO DRIVE, WORK, READING IS A JOKE AND READING IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT
EVEN WITH GLASSES. IN ALL IVE LOST THE ABILITY TO ENJOY
THE BASIC PLEASURE OF LIVING. HERE IS THE KICKER. I
HAD NO IDEA THAT THIS WAS A SIDE EFFECT. I WAS NEVER
INFORMED. I WAS TOLD ABOUT THE FLU LIKE SYMPTOMS, DRY SKIN
DEPRESSION, ALCOHOL OR DRUG ABUSE(IF YOU HAD THAT PROBLEM
BEFORE AND THE BIG ONE SUICIDE. WELL THEY CONVIENENTLY LEFT OUT THE SIGHT LOSS POSSIBILITY(IM TOLD THAT THE EFFECT IS
RARE 1 OUT OF A 100). TO ME THAT IS A VERY LARGE PERCENTAGE.
SOMEWHERE ON THE THIRD PAGE OF THE INSERT IIN SMALL PRINT
THAT I CAN'T EVEN SEE THEY HAVE A WARNING, AND IT SAYS THAT IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY VISION PROBLEMS YOU SHOULD GET AN
EYE EXAM. DA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THAT A BIT AFTER THE FACT DON'T YA THINK? I'VE TRIED TO PERSUE A LAWSUIT AGAINST THE MFG TO NO AVAIL. MAN THEY TOOK MY LIFE.I'LL ADMIT MAYBE I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN BUT WHO READS
THE COMPLETE INSERT. YOU TRUST YOUR DOCS. AND IN MY CASE
MY DOCS WERE LIKE FAMILY AFTER WAITING 5 YEARS FOR A TRANSPLANT. QUESTION? ARE THERE ANY PENDING LEGAL ACTIONS
AGAINST SCHERING AND IF NOT ALL OF US HEPPERS THAT HAVE BEEN
AFFECTED SHOULD GET TOGETHOR AND FILE A LARGE CLASS ACTION SUIT AGAINST THIS COMPANY. IF YOUR A HEP C PATIENT AND UNDERGOING THIS THERAPY I'M SURE YOUR AWARE THAT YOU MUST REGISTER WITH THE MFG. BEFORE YOU CAN GET ON THE PROGRAM
AND YOU HAVE BEEN CONTACTED BY THE BE IN CHARGE PROGRAM.
THEY SEND YOU THIS BEUATIFUL BOOKLET GIVING YOU ALL THE
DETAILS AND SIDE EFFECTS(NICE PRESENTATION) AND YOU HAVE A RN CALL YOU EACH MONTH ASKI NG HOW YOUR DOING. BUT NOWHERE
DOES IT SAY WATCH OUT FOR YOUR EYES GET REGULAR CHECK UP
NOTHING. I EVEN CALLED MY RN COUNSELOR AND ASKED HER IF SHE NEW ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND GUESS WHAT. SHE HAD NO IDEA EITHER.I AM SO ANGRY, I CAN'T GET PASSED IT BECAUSE EVERY MORNING I OPEN MY EYES AND THIER IT IS. I COULD GO ON AND ON AND ON SO I WILL LEAVE YOU MY FELLOW HEPCERS WITH THE LAST THING MY NEURO-OPTIMOLIGIST SAID TO ME. ROBERT THAT ALL I CAN DO AND THATS ALL ANYONE CAN DO. SORRY NO CURE NO TREATMENT, GOODBYE AND GOOD LUCK.
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Subject: looking for a lady friend and partner


Author:
Bryan
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Date Posted: 04:42:31 03/31/05 Thu
Hi ever one I have went through the treatment and did not clear.I am a divoriced father of 3 43 years old and live in ohio .It is lonley when you go through life labled with this virus .I am hopeing to find a lady who I can share the important things in life as romance love passion & friendship.look foward to talking and shareing thoughts & fellings Bryan
Subject: hep c


Author:
dorthy covey
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Date Posted: 11:56:11 03/08/05 Tue
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Subject: Hi There from Pensacola


Author:
Harry
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Date Posted: 15:06:14 02/26/05 Sat
Hi There from Pensacola,
I’m new to meeting people but not new to Hep C. I’m SWM, 52 but don’t usually feel that old, 6’ and weigh 180 lb. and would like to meet a lady in the Pensacola Fl. area for friendship and possibly a more serious relationship. I have a son and daughter both adults now. Love to fish, going to the theater, watching movies, and doing what ever is interesting. I don’t drink are do any drugs but I do smoke cigarettes. Never learned how to type so don’t do very well at IM, plus I’m a little shy. I was diagnosed 9 years ago and since haven’t met a single person locally with the same.
If there’s one angel out there with Hep please drop me a note. Perdido_sun@yahoo.com

Harry
Subject: relapes to treatment


Author:
faye
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Date Posted: 04:26:11 12/21/04 Tue
WHAT CAN THEY DO WHEN YOU ARE A RELASPER TO TREATMENT,I NEED TO GET INF. ON THIS I AM C HEP C ,HAVE HAD IT 1987 AND MY HUSHAND HAD IT HE PASSAWAY 4 YEAR AGO . THANK YOU
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Subject: Hep.stage 4 and the bull that goes with it.


Author:
Michael Hannon
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Date Posted: 06:38:43 02/04/05 Fri
I found out that I had Hep.C in 1986 when they called it Non-ANon-B hepititis.They took a biopsy of the liver and said that I had hep.and that my liver was fatty.I don't dring or drug any more(maybe five time since 1986).But after trying intererion my virus numbers went up,my platlets went down and when I had another biobsy I had cirrhosis.I tried peg-interferion and anoter one with the pill.But each time after I stopped because of the platelets going down the virus count goes up by a million or so.I was asked to go on a low dose to slow it down but feel it will hurt me more than help knowing that once I stop my numbers will go up again.Anyway,now varices and inflamed bile ducks are part of this mess and I really don't know which way to go.I have diabities musle syn.and a bunch stomach problems.Mainly I'm tired.
P.S.sorry this didn't come out the way it was suppose too.MH
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Subject: Female Friend & Relocation


Author:
Bob Pierce
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Date Posted: 10:11:34 01/09/05 Sun
Hello Heppers,I've lived in Naples,Fl.for the last 32 years and have been infected with this virus for the same amount of years or more.Tried the treatment 2x without success(genotype 1b).Been divorced now for 12 years and had a few relationships with uninfected women but they don't last for fear of becoming infected(understandable).I am very aware of my condition and have altered my diet to maintain my health including exercise and herbs with THANKS every morning for my life.Now it's time to move on as over development/greed has dominated this once natural area.Also the heat and humidity have become to much for me to handle coping with this disease.I've worked outdoors at a marina on Marco Island since I moved here in '72 and love being close to nature so I'm looking to relocate somewhere along the West U.S.coast,B.C.Canada or possibly Hawaii where it's cooler and drier.Every time the humidity and temperature drop and the barometer rises I feel like Mr.Energy.I'm 56 years of age(even though I'm almost always taken for 45),6'2",175lbs,blue eyes,brown hair and smile a lot(maybe to much).Sure would be nice to make a connection with a female hepper who understands this disease and help me with this relocation.THANKS to ALL who have taken the time to read this and your consideration.BE WELL,Bob
Subject: Paranoid Schozphrenia - Do you know any one that have gotten SSI due to this disease?


Author:
Rose Allen
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Date Posted: 10:50:01 09/17/04 Fri
I amy trying to get SSI for my son who was diagnosed with the above disease. I am having much difficulty. Can any one give me some advice?
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Subject: LOOKING FOR 23-26 WHITE MALE IN NY


Author:
Kim
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Date Posted: 18:13:30 12/29/04 Wed
Any white males between 23-26 that live in NY??
Subject: Subject: Re: Clinical trials in Netherlands that will accept Hep C patients, thermal included


Author:
Paul Hatcher
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Date Posted: 15:34:43 12/20/04 Mon
>My name Is Paul. Clear the previous message that I relayed from your thinking. I was stressed and did not relay clearly what I should have.My life is in the service and Family of "The Lion of The Tribe of Judah". I am going to Amsterdam March 16/05 until April 15/05.
>Basically I will be looking for a clinical trials that
>will allow me to stay in the Amsterdam area which
>would include living expenes after April. If it is His Will, all will fall into line or as I like to say the doors will be opened. Where I find opposition (a closed door) I will seek another door. I am a little dull at understanding what His intent is so He comunicates by signs and some times a slap in the spiratual since. "Having ears they can not hear, and having eyes they can not see". Is this not understood? As with me, He will also reveal, to you, what is real. I am not confining what I do as a seeking a sexual relation ship.Initually I will need as any other single person a confidant to watch me as I watch you, so that the Dragon does not decieve either into a state of mind that will cause desier to live to leave. While on Rebatron Interferon I lost my will to live so after 7 weeks I stopped treatment. I was living alone and was weakened to the point that my faith was stollen and so I lost comunication with Him. I know that what we face, is not of God. I have been shown the true name of this enemy and initually it is!The Sleeping Yellow Dragon! Then it awakens and is !The Restless Yellow Dragon! I can get
>myself and possibly a caring petite SWF that would be
>interested in persuing the same. OH ya the inital
>month will be Party time. This Lady would need
>to provide around $3000.00 at the time of travel for
>food, recreational items and lodging. I can provide
>First Class seating there and back. I have all ready
>checked into lodging and it would cost me alone about
>$2000.00. So what ever it cost above that you would
>need to pay. I live in Charlotte NC. I am the shadow
>of a Protester and Hippie. Yes that was a long time ago then in the cycle of Eternity it is but a atom of time. Well back to the important
>issue. Does any one know of a site or resource to help
>me find the message subject? I am single and have
>traveled extensively in US Canada AND Europe. I have
>no responsibilites or time I need to be any where any
>time. I had Hep B in the early 70s Which reoccured 3
>times. I know that I am Blessed because the Dr said that if it
>reoccured after the first time that it would kill me.
>Such is the life of the Tech Warrior. I so hope that
>there will be found a less devastating treatment or
>cure, for it is a horribe thing to face. During the time I took the Rebatron I refused Dissability. No
>problem now. I am totally disabled, as declared by my Hep Dr. JUST GOT CONFIRMATION THAT MY VIRAL COUNT IS 34 MILLION. Oh by the way the First Class Transportion is complements of Him. Oh did I mention I believe it is with in His Will to take a short trips to 1 or 2 other locations. Paris and maybe Rome. Many good fortunes
>and blessings from HE Who is the Master Physician. I have walked alone fo 20 years, just me and my Shadow," >"Green Day-Boulevard Of Broken Dreams",so this could be the start of a wonderful journey, with some one or going to "Where there is no sorrow". I am tickled to the thought, it is truely a win win situation. By the way I am 50 but my Grand Mother said I was 10 years younger after I got in contact with Him. He says that "I will restore the years that The Enemy has stollen".

>Bye for now. Pray that I will continue to hear that "Still Quiet Voice" as time rushes to a close. PS- Is it any wonder, that so many people, love " Alice in Wonder Land"? This world is up side down and becomes so much nicer when the power to turn it around is found.
Subject: Re: Good man looking for a good lady friend Hep-c positive


Author:
marcus fowler
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Date Posted: 06:09:10 05/12/04 Wed
>>HI My Name is Jack I am hep-c positive I have known
>>since 1995. Writing this might be a shot in the dark,
>>but I know there is a good woman out there for me and
>>I do belive in miracles. You see I think it will be a
>>miracle because I live in France. It is very lonely to
>>have this disease and live here. There are no support
>>groups here. I get most of my support from some groups
>>in the USA and have made some great friends on line. I
>>have tried dating,but when I tell them I have
>>hep-c,well things change. So I thought it would be
>>best if I dated a woman who also has this disease. We
>>could be each others support,it is so hard to go
>>through this by yourself. I am looking for a good
>>woman with a big heart and is honest. I'm 44 years
>>old. I am from New York. I moved to France about one
>>and a half years ago. I went through treatment here
>>without much success, my numbers like my Alt, Ast and
>>my viral load count have come way down but I still
>>show positive. I'm getting ready to start another
>>round of treatment in mid april and I am not looking
>>forward to it because of the side affects. I would
>>love to talk to anybody about this awful disease. I
>>plan to fight to fight this until it is gone. Just
>>because I am in France does not mean you can't write
>>to me. For the right woman I might move back to the
>>USA or you might consider moving to France It is a
>>beautiful country. I hope to hear from you soon Jack
>
>Dear Jack,
>I just turned 45 on Sunday, St. Patrick's Day. It was
>a bittersweet birthday because I had been to the
>doctor
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Subject: Clinical trials in Netherlands that will accept Hep C patients


Author:
Paul M Hatcher
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Date Posted: 13:11:02 12/16/04 Thu
I am going to Amsterdam March 16/05 until April 15/05. Basically I will be looking for a clinical trials that will allow me to stay in the Amsterdam area which would include living expenes after April.I can get myself and possibly a caring petite SWF that would be interested in persuing the same. OH ya the inital month will be Paarrttyyyy time. This Lady would need to provide around $300.00 at the time of travel for food, recreational items and lodging. I can provide First Class seating there and back. I have all ready checked into lodging and it would cost me alone about $2000.00. So what ever it cost above that you would need to pay. I live in Charlotte NC. I am the shadow of a Protester and Hippie. Well back to the important issue Does any one know of a site or resource to help me find the message subject? I am single and have traveled extensively in US Canada AND Europe. I have no responsibilites or time I need to be any where any time. I had Hep B in the early 70s Which reocured 3 times. I must Blessed because the Dr said that if it reoccured after the first time that it would kill me. Such is the life of the Tech Warrior. I so hope that there will be found a less devastating treatment or cure for it is a horribe thing to face, especially alone. I know this because I tried Rebatron and quit after 7 weeks. At that time I refused Dissability. No problem now. I am totally disabled. Many good fortunes and blessings from HE Whoe is the Master Physician. Bye for now.
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Subject: SWF...


Author:
Carol Anne
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Date Posted: 04:12:08 12/03/04 Fri
SWF in Atlanta. Looking for single men in my area with hep c ages 28-40 for friendship and possible dating (?). I'm 31 years old. Email me at carolanne1973@comcast.net.
Subject: pegalated interferon treatment


Author:
harry
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Date Posted: 10:36:54 11/27/04 Sat
I AM 6 WEEKS INTO TREATMENT AND EXPERIENCING SOME SEVERE SIDE EFFECTS ACHES PAINS BLACK DEPRESSION NAUSEA DOES THIS GET ANY BETTER ANY COMPLIMENTERY THERAPY FIND IT DIFFICULT ANY N.A MEMBERS ON TREATMENT.
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Subject: HEALTH INS.


Author:
FAYE
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Date Posted: 10:50:39 09/26/04 Sun
PLEASE HELP ME TO FINE SOMEONE WHO WILL GIVE ME HEALTH INS .I GOT C HEPITITS C HAVE HAD IT SINCE 1987. I WORKED 25 YEARS AT THE HOSITAL AND LEFT 2 YEARS AGO .NOW I HAVE NO HEALTH INS .I HAVE BEEN ON TREATMENT 3 TINES NOW. THANK YOU FOR ANY HELP. I AN FRIGHTING FOR DIASABLE I WILL NOT GIVE UP.I WILL FRIGHT ALL THE WAY.FAYE
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Subject: How do you get SSI or welfare when on peg-interon rebetol


Author:
lisa
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Date Posted: 16:17:30 05/17/03 Sat
Diagnosed with Hep C in 2001. Started peginteron and rebetol 6 months ago. Life alone and have not been able to work or drive. Finally got limited medicaid for RX only, but they say if I have any income I lose it. How can I get assistance such as welfare or SSI? My medicaid Dr. states I only have "flu like" symptoms. In reality, most days I can't move with shooting pain. Have had good results over the last 6 months, but will have to go off medicine if I don't find any answers. Help!
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Subject: It's My Life, One Day at Time Hep-C & Me


Author:
J.D.
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Date Posted: 18:44:19 04/23/04 Fri
Hi,I've been in this downward spiral since 1992,I donated blood to the red cross,they informed me I had hep-c and I should contact my doctor, I didn't know much about HCV, but I soon found out it can be deadly, my wife wanted to separate for a while, she needed some space, we never got back together,we had a nice friendly divorce,no hard feelings. Had my 1st biopsy in 94,very unpleasant experience,started interferon in Sept of 94, had to quit do to low platletts,since then I've tried three times never making it past 6 months,the last time in 02 with ribaviron,only lasted 2 months,broke out in terrible rash and hives from head to foot,took 6 months of prednisone to clear and now I'm alergic to dairy,soy,and still break out if I'm not careful about checking ingriedients. The fatigue is worse,one day I can walk a mile,the next I just want to sleep. I keep praying things will get better but I don't know,my memory isn't very good,names are hard to recall which bothers me.It's hard to make decisions,the brain fog and confusion,I'm not screwed up I have hep-c,I used to be very active now I have to force myself to do things, I'd like to feel normal but I don't know what that is anymore.I'm just happy when I wake up,especially if I don't have a headache. Its never easy telling someone I have hep-c,but I feel if things are getting serious it's a must and if that's the reason someone rejects me that person really didn't love me for me in the 1st place. I'd like to find an attractive woman I could fall in love with,at least I'm open to the possibility,also aware of the slim reality,this year I hit the big 50, God willing of course,for now I'm taking some herbs and vitamins,my doc says my liver is still functioning close to normal,beginning cirrosis and esophageal varices (not exactly the result I was hoping for,requires medication 2 times a day)don't worry,be happy,one fine day I'll sail away to the heavens I hope and pray,by the way life on earth is only temporary for everybody anyway,be concerned about your spiritual well being,be a good person,and treat others as you wish to be treated,I send my love to everyone,I pray for your health and sanity and hope you can find something to be happy about,especially you sweet magic woman wherever you are.
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