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Offline TexasDragon

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1 Year on Treatment - You Can Do It Too!
« on: January 14, 2020, 02:25:09 pm »
Just had my 1 year check-up after starting meds. I was exposed in October 2018 I’m pretty sure.

Tested positive in November 2018 in the ’window.’

First appointment with ID doc in November 2018.

Started Biktarvy in December 2018.

No issues to speak of other than a slight increase in bilirubin - medically insignificant but being monitored.

Lost a few pounds - still riding my bicycle a LOT (about 600 miles a month) and credit that for shedding a few pounds and a BP of 116/62 and a resting pulse of 46. For a guy of 58 ”You’re in great shape.” says the doc.

My doctor said in my first visit ”Stick to the plan, die an old man.”

So if you're newly diagnosed, give yourself time to adjust.

Be patient.
Be practical.
Be honest.
Be gentle.

Get a plan. Stick to the plan.
« Last Edit: January 14, 2020, 02:30:50 pm by TexasDragon »
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Exposure 10-04-2018
Dx 11-08-2018
1st Appt 11-15-2018
11-15-2018 Blood Draw - CD4 468 11% VL 316,000
2nd Appt 12-04-2018 - Hep A and B Vaccines
Start of Biktarvy 12-14-2018
3rd Appt 01-15-2019 - All Good - 2nd Hep B Vaccine
01-16-2019 Blood Draw - CD4 934 28% VL 98
4th Appt 04-16-2019 - All Good - Final Hep B Vaccine
04-16-2019 Blood Draw - CD4 873 30% VL <20
01-13-2020 Blood Draw - CD4 1064 34% VL <20
09-29-2020 Blood Draw - CD4 972 32% VL <20
03-25-2021 Blood Draw - CD4 1168 38% VL = 26

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Re: 1 Year on Treatment - You Can Do It Too!
« Reply #1 on: January 14, 2020, 02:31:51 pm »
Glad to hear things are going well 😊
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Offline Bhall4

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Re: 1 Year on Treatment - You Can Do It Too!
« Reply #2 on: January 14, 2020, 10:54:39 pm »
Awesome to hear!!  I’ve been on medicine a month. Just had my repeat labs, will visit my practitioner next week!   Your story continues to give me positive vibes!!
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Re: 1 Year on Treatment - You Can Do It Too!
« Reply #3 on: January 18, 2020, 09:53:24 am »
TexasDragon,

Wonderful news with wonderful positive energy. It is nice that you're into some sport activities such as riding your cycle. it works wonders to your overall wellbeing.

Light all the way,

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