Hi again Robin, well most of the different genotypes have spread worldwide over time, including gen 3. Even though genotype 1 is the type most prevalent in the US, it`s certainly not the only type around, so there`s no mystery about how you could have caught it. The main reason we need to know our genotype is to determine the medication regime we will need to treat it. ~ Jill
pootinlady said
Jan 6, 2013
so where could I have gotten it??? Seems it is mostly out of the country...things to ponder lol
Cinnamon Girl said
Jan 5, 2013
And here`s another link, with a map showing the world wide distribution of the different genotypes...
Most of our members have gen.1 and are doing one or other of the triple therapies... but don`t worry, you won`t ever be alone here!
It`s quite normal to have all those tests and procedures done before you start tx, you`re getting there. Jill
Mary Jane said
Jan 5, 2013
Hello Robin,
You have a great attitude doesn't matter where or when you got Hep C, just move forward and treat and be cured. Go to the top of the page and type in the " search " box any questions or topics you may have.. This Forum is awesome, tons of info and great folks willing to share and help. Now take a deep breath and read knowledge is power.
Robin, On my 1st evening for interferon shot, I took 2 Tylenol and dose of liquid Benadryl And I experienced no side effects per say. After 3rd week , I stopped the Tylenol And Benadryl. Keep water w you all the time. Once your body adjusts to medicine You won't hopefully experience much More than fatigue. So glad u don't have to do triple therapy. I have Geno 1a and having to do 48 weeks. Glad u found the forum, there is lots of Info so explore the site. JoAnne
pootinlady said
Jan 5, 2013
Thank you so much!!! I also forgot to mention I did show exposure to hep A dont know if that means anything, and also I have been vec for hep b and have had all my titers
Cinnamon Girl said
Jan 5, 2013
Hi pootinlady, that is very good news, it is indeed one of the easiest genotypes to treat. I also had gen 3 and wasn`t required to have a biopsy before I started tx either.
I`m giving you a link to a useful side effects chart to give you an idea of what to expect. It is possible you will get some skin dryness and itching but the worst problems you`ve probably read about with rashes and skin burning are usually experienced by people with gen 1 who are on the triple tx with incivek (telaprevir), which you won`t be doing.
Not all of us know where or how we caught the virus and it doesn`t really matter. The main thing now is to focus on your tx and getting rid of the virus for good!
Wishing you the best of luck, try not to worry, you`ll be fine! Jill
pootinlady said
Jan 4, 2013
I finally got in to see the Dr. yesterday, and he said I have genotype 3 said it is easy to treat and I can statrt treatment in one month, because it takes that long to get the meds, I am very happy to know that I will be getting treated free through the county hospital, I am also on Disability for COPD an Muskoskeletal problems, I am very happy to also know I do not have to have a biopsy because of the type I have, which is a relief because my best friend had to have one because of her genotype. I am kind of scared about starting treatment because of all the side effects I am reading about! So my question is... the burning and itching and the rash is that for most people and what can be done to not have that happen?? I am new to this so I probally sound stupid but I have alot of questions,( I forget to ask Dr. when I am there) I have no clue where I got it, tested neg for years then all of sudden I am possitive, could have been from mani/pedi, sharing razors, I worked in the dental office and did get a needle stick, but tested neg for hiv and hepc, that was 10 years ago. I just dont know and am not going to blame anyone because what does it matter I have it and now I have to deal with it and will do my best to be gracefull about it. Where can I go to see what the rash looks like?
Also, what can you tell me about geno 3? From what my Dr. said, something about geno 2 and 3 are mostly from other countries?? I am so lost!
Hi again Robin, well most of the different genotypes have spread worldwide over time, including gen 3. Even though genotype 1 is the type most prevalent in the US, it`s certainly not the only type around, so there`s no mystery about how you could have caught it. The main reason we need to know our genotype is to determine the medication regime we will need to treat it.
~ Jill
so where could I have gotten it??? Seems it is mostly out of the country...things to ponder lol
And here`s another link, with a map showing the world wide distribution of the different genotypes...
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC100152/figure/F2/
Most of our members have gen.1 and are doing one or other of the triple therapies... but don`t worry, you won`t ever be alone here!
It`s quite normal to have all those tests and procedures done before you start tx, you`re getting there.
Jill
Hello Robin,
You have a great attitude doesn't matter where or when you got Hep C, just move forward and treat and be cured. Go to the top of the page and type in the " search " box any questions or topics you may have.. This Forum is awesome, tons of info and great folks willing to share and help. Now take a deep breath and read knowledge is power.
Here's a link on geno types:
http://www.hepatitis-central.com/hepatitis-c/hepatitis-c-genotypes.html
All the best to you peace and love MJ
On my 1st evening for interferon shot,
I took 2 Tylenol and dose of liquid Benadryl
And I experienced no side effects per say.
After 3rd week , I stopped the Tylenol
And Benadryl.
Keep water w you all the time.
Once your body adjusts to medicine
You won't hopefully experience much
More than fatigue.
So glad u don't have to do triple therapy.
I have Geno 1a and having to do 48 weeks.
Glad u found the forum, there is lots of
Info so explore the site.
JoAnne
Thank you so much!!! I also forgot to mention I did show exposure to hep A dont know if that means anything, and also I have been vec for hep b and have had all my titers
Hi pootinlady, that is very good news, it is indeed one of the easiest genotypes to treat. I also had gen 3 and wasn`t required to have a biopsy before I started tx either.
I`m giving you a link to a useful side effects chart to give you an idea of what to expect. It is possible you will get some skin dryness and itching but the worst problems you`ve probably read about with rashes and skin burning are usually experienced by people with gen 1 who are on the triple tx with incivek (telaprevir), which you won`t be doing.
http://www.hepatitis.va.gov/patient/treat/side-effects-single-page.asp
Not all of us know where or how we caught the virus and it doesn`t really matter. The main thing now is to focus on your tx and getting rid of the virus for good!
Wishing you the best of luck, try not to worry, you`ll be fine!
Jill
I finally got in to see the Dr. yesterday, and he said I have genotype 3 said it is easy to treat and I can statrt treatment in one month, because it takes that long to get the meds, I am very happy to know that I will be getting treated free through the county hospital, I am also on Disability for COPD an Muskoskeletal problems, I am very happy to also know I do not have to have a biopsy because of the type I have, which is a relief because my best friend had to have one because of her genotype. I am kind of scared about starting treatment because of all the side effects I am reading about! So my question is... the burning and itching and the rash is that for most people and what can be done to not have that happen?? I am new to this so I probally sound stupid but I have alot of questions,( I forget to ask Dr. when I am there) I have no clue where I got it, tested neg for years then all of sudden I am possitive, could have been from mani/pedi, sharing razors, I worked in the dental office and did get a needle stick, but tested neg for hiv and hepc, that was 10 years ago. I just dont know and am not going to blame anyone because what does it matter I have it and now I have to deal with it and will do my best to be gracefull about it. Where can I go to see what the rash looks like?
Also, what can you tell me about geno 3? From what my Dr. said, something about geno 2 and 3 are mostly from other countries?? I am so lost!
Thank you,
diag. jun,2012 geno 3 52y female