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Offline gemini20

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Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« on: June 11, 2007, 08:50:59 am »
So it's been two months since I last saw my doctor as he thought the longer gap between appointments would show even more immune system damage and I would see the error of my ways and jump back on the treatment bandwagon. What he didn't realise is that Emma thrives on a challenge and was determined to prove him wrong.

So operation "My Way" began as soon as I left the clinic back in April and today was D-Day when the results came in. I have been perfectly well over the last couple of months so I was hoping that this might have been reflected in the numbers but experience tells me that this is often not the case!

Well initially the results didn't come in - someone somewhere in a lab decided that because I wasn't on treatment they didn't need to do all the tests - mini meltdown by me on hearing this news, bollocking of manager by my doctor and after an hour's wait the results were phoned through.

So my t-cells have gone up slightly from 177 to 210 (% from 12.2 to 12.6) and viral load has gone down from 24,022 to 16,807 - nothing statistically significant I know but psychologically just getting back over 200 is a boost to doing it "my way".

And what this all means is I get to add at least another two months to my ever extending time off meds - yippee!

One very relieved and happy person in London.  :)

Emma




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Offline leatherman

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #1 on: June 11, 2007, 09:26:11 am »
WooHoo Emma!

I know those results maybe "statistically IN-significant" but anytime the numbers are moving in the "right" direction is a time to be happy. :D Now don't forget to make those changes to your signature line. ;)

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Offline allopathicholistic

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #2 on: June 11, 2007, 09:28:34 am »
It's like a song too! Congratulations and continued goodness
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Offline dad1216

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #3 on: June 11, 2007, 09:54:38 am »
Emma,

Great news.......I knew you could do it!!!

Once again you inspire me....

Bob

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Offline Robert

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #4 on: June 11, 2007, 10:02:23 am »
Oh emma.....

what a great way to start the day.  It's only 7A here and already I know it's just going to be a great day!  Thanks.  I can never get enough of these.

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Offline aztecan

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #5 on: June 11, 2007, 10:14:17 am »
Good for you dear. Keep up the good work!

HUGS,

Mark

(Who doesn't think Emma looks a bit like Sinatra.)
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Offline RapidRod

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #6 on: June 11, 2007, 10:20:32 am »
Anytime my numbers move up I jump for joy. Keep it up.
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Offline sweetasmeli

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #7 on: June 11, 2007, 10:46:17 am »
That is FANTABULOUS news Emma! Definitely worthy of a big WOOHOO!!! ;D

Whatever you're doing, keep on doing it.

Hugs
Melia xxx
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Offline fondeveau

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #8 on: June 11, 2007, 10:53:14 am »
I don't know your history with treatment.  I presume it was a very bad experience for you.  If it isn't too personal, could you post more regarding your reasons that you prefer not to treat?

I am glad you are doing well with your current lack of treatment and hope that you continue to be blessed with good health.
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Offline frenchpat

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #9 on: June 11, 2007, 11:32:48 am »
Emma,

I am happy for you!

Pat :-*
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Offline Longislander

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #10 on: June 11, 2007, 01:28:40 pm »
Good news Emma! Good for you ;D
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Offline gemini20

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #11 on: June 11, 2007, 02:24:05 pm »
A quick update for Fondeveau and anyone else who might be wondering why I'm choosing not to be on treatment.

Having been infected for over 16 years now I know my body extremely well and I have been blessed with excellent health throughout most of this time except a minor blip in 2003 when I got pneumonia and shingles.

I initially tried treatment in 1999 - Abacavir, Lamivudine (3TC) and Sustiva (efavirenz) was my first cocktail. Within 5 days I was hospitalised due to the allergic reaction to Abacavir. That got dropped and d4T replaced it but after 4 months of dealing with side effects I quit because for me it will always be more about quality of life than quantity.

I went back on a third cocktail in April 2004 - Lamivudine (3TC); Tenofovir; Atazanavir; and Ritonavir because my t-cells had spent a year under 200 and doc was concerned that they were falling at a faster rate.

Side effects were not as severe this time around but they still impacted on my quality of life. After 18 months I found my adherence to the meds was getting less and less so I  chose to stop them all. I only went back on septrin earlier this year when my t-cells went below 200 and I will continue to take that three times a week.

I have personally chosen not to go back on HIV treatment because at the moment my quality of life could not be any better and I am not prepared to compromise that when I currently have no health problems whatsoever except a low cd4 count. If or when that changes then I may adjust my thinking accordingly.

Hope that explains where I'm coming from.

And now I'm off to pour myself a glass of champagne to have with my strawberries as a mini-celebration at my improving numbers - your good health everyone!

Emma

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Offline Robert

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #12 on: June 11, 2007, 04:58:42 pm »
well, emma, if you don't mind....i'm going to have freshly whipped cream with my strawberries...with one of my homemade chocolate cookies crumbled on top.   ;D

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Offline ds4146

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #13 on: June 11, 2007, 05:16:42 pm »
Quality over quantity is my biggest motivator for also not taking treatment, and so far it is working. I am so happy that it is working for someone else as well, inspirational fuel for my decision. Thank you for sharing.
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Offline anniebc

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #14 on: June 11, 2007, 06:49:09 pm »
Good news is always welcome..well done Emma, fingers crossed those numbers keep rising.

Hugs
Jan :-*
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Offline Matty the Damned

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #15 on: June 11, 2007, 07:38:24 pm »
Matty the Damned is so pleased to hear you're holding your own Emma.

:-*

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Offline Queen Tokelove

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #16 on: June 11, 2007, 08:04:09 pm »
Congrats on those numbers. I always believe you should do what's best for you. My ID doc is quick to tell me he's just a doctor, not God which sometimes we expect them to know everything when no one knows you better than you. Keep up the good work..
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Offline Jeffreyj

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #17 on: June 12, 2007, 02:16:57 am »
Way to go Emma...You continue to amaze!

But then again, you are an amazing woman.
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Offline Central79

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #18 on: June 13, 2007, 04:58:09 am »
Hey Emma

Congratulations on the great results and another two months med free. Operation "My Way" made me laugh out loud. This is for you:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=sEbgB6X6S5c

Although, listening to the lyrics I'm not sure it's really very appropriate to your excellent health and determination. Calling pneumonia and shingles a "minor blip" is a measure of that.

All the best,

M.
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Offline lucas clay

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Re: Latest results ("My Way" works again)
« Reply #19 on: June 13, 2007, 09:20:57 am »
Your good news just made my morning.
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