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Title: hello there
Post by: olliederp on October 24, 2011, 02:02:55 pm

Hi my name is Oliver. I just tested poz on September 5th. I've had some ups and downs since then but I feel like I'm dealing with it alright.  My initial cd4 was 443 and my viral load was 250,000 (ick). I've just recently started atripla and apart from the crazy dreams I haven't really had any drastic side-effects. I don't really know what else to say at the moment lol I just thought I would introduce myself. I've read through the forums and it's been very educational for me. I'm excited to interact with you guys!  ;D

Title: Re: hello there
Post by: jkinatl2 on October 24, 2011, 02:37:52 pm

Hey Oliver! Welcome to the forums! Sorry you had to find us, but glad you found us :)

Title: Re: hello there
Post by: olliederp on October 24, 2011, 03:59:00 pm

Thanks jkinatl2!  :)

Title: Re: hello there
Post by: phildinftlaudy on October 24, 2011, 04:12:09 pm

Welcome to the Forums Oliver -
Hopefully, you will find support here and also contribute support.

Look forward to hearing more from you.

Once again, welcome.

-Phil

Title: Re: hello there
Post by: WillyWump on October 24, 2011, 07:21:29 pm

Quote from: olliederp on October 24, 2011, 02:02:55 pm

I'm excited to interact with you guys!  ;D

Welcome aboard Olliederp! We are excited to have you  ;D

That Atripla should knock out that VL in no time, glad you are not seeing any side effects other than the dreams. 

Peace out

-Will

Title: Re: hello there
Post by: wjaxon on October 24, 2011, 08:24:57 pm

Welcome to the forum Oliver.  Keep us informed of your progress.

Title: Re: hello there
Post by: Lugzsoo on October 24, 2011, 09:32:54 pm

Hi

Oilver  nice to meet you and god bles you and take care

Title: Re: hello there
Post by: olliederp on October 24, 2011, 09:54:45 pm

Thanks for the warm welcome everyone!

Title: Re: hello there
Post by: spacebarsux on October 25, 2011, 02:03:22 am

Hi Oliver, sorry about your diagnosis but welcome to the forums.  :)

Title: Re: hello there
Post by: Cojo on October 25, 2011, 05:14:38 pm

Greetings Oliver,

Only five months in here myself and a big welcome and hugs to you. A few thoughts for you. Folks said with time it gets better - it really does! I am amazed at how different my perspective and calm (and hope) is after such a short time. Hang in there.
This forum is a true gift. There are tons of very generous folks on here (Newt, Ann, BillyB for starters) who have tons of experience and are so kind in taking the time to respond to us newbies.
I've discovered that life does go on. It didn't seem like that at all; it was truly my dark night of the soul. Soon, light starts to shine again.
Hugs. Joe

Title: Re: hello there
Post by: marriedmansam on October 26, 2011, 04:52:08 am

Hi Ollie

welcome.

I was diagnosed a few days before you.

this forum and its knowledgeable and optimistic members are  a major support. time also helps. but I guess I too need more time to adjust. for example this infection is not now the final thing I think about before sleep or the first thing when I wake.