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Main Forums => I Just Tested Poz => Topic started by: wyosunny on November 18, 2015, 05:10:19 pm
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Hello,
Confirmed Positive 2 weeks ago, and a little frustrated. Can anyone tell me if these numbers are good, bad, or indifferent? I'm guessing the most important numbers are cd4 is 327, % is 31 and viral load last week was 36300. I feel a little better, now that there is some form of information, even if I don't really understand it all! At least it's forward progress! Just a little lost and a l o t overwhelmed, But I think I'll make it. Thanks!
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Hey Buddy, I know how you feel.I was diagnosed about a month ago. I am no expert here but your numbers seem just fine. Is that a recent infection? once you start your treatment you will be UD really soon and those CD4 will bounce back as well.
I am sorry for your diagnosis and that you have to be here, but now that you are you will soon realize like I did that it is going to be better. keep us posted.
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Your numbers are decent and should improve quickly, once you start treatment.
Sorry about your diagnosis, but welcome to the forum. There are many fine and experienced people here who will be an invaluable resource for you.
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Hey Samm,
Tested positive the 2nd of November. Because I'm such a boring old geezer (actually just work way to much, and have no life! Lol), almost 100% certain infection was in Jan 2011. Other than this shocker, always been pretty healthy.
Thanks very much. Its nice to hear that maybe it's not as bad as I'm feeling!
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They're not bad, but not knowing how long you've been infected, with your CD4 count it is time to start treatment. I'm sure you'll respond quickly since you're in decent enough shape.
Believe me, numbers get orders of magnitude worse than yours on all fronts.
But you are past the threshold where even those people ignoring the CDC and WHO recommendations to treat everyone should start.
Edit:we replied at the same time. If it was 2011, then it is def. time to start now, your numbers will just get worse from here on out without medication.
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Your numbers are decent and should improve quickly, once you start treatment.
Sorry about your diagnosis, but welcome to the forum. There are many fine and experienced people here who will be an invaluable resource for you.
Thanks Ptrk! It's nice to know there is somewhere to turn, that is not threatening. I love in a gossipy little Midwest town, and sscared to death of my life unraveling. But one day at a time, and we'll see!
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They're not bad, but not knowing how long you've been infected, with your CD4 count it is time to start treatment. I'm sure you'll respond quickly since you're in decent enough shape.
Believe me, numbers get orders of magnitude worse than yours on all fronts.
But you are past the threshold where even those people ignoring the CDC and WHO recommendations to treat everyone should start.
Edit:we replied at the same time. If it was 2011, then it is def. time to start now, your numbers will just get worse from here on out without medication.
Thanks so much. I'm pretty certain on the timing, and have an appt with ID doc on Tuesday. Actually going to call and harrass a bit tomorrow,since we now have labs. I just want to get this going, and hope I can get myself to settle down. Wouldn't it be a mess,to do fine with this,and drive myself nuts in the process.
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Hey I'm no expert and pretty new here also but my initial numbers were worse than yours..... On 9.19.2015 my CD4 461 @33% and VL 60,300 and after 21 days on Triumeq
my CD4 is 652 and Viral Load 30! So don't sweat it yo .... like everybody here has told me you're gonna be fine.
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Hey I'm no expert and pretty new here also but my initial numbers were worse than yours..... On 9.19.2015 my CD4 461 @33% and VL 60,300 and after 21 days on Triumeq
my CD4 is 652 and Viral Load 30! So don't sweat it yo .... like everybody here has told me you're gonna be fine.
Thank you sir! Will focus on being positive and less stressed!
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YESSSSSS Positive thoughts, vibes and energy :D Stress and negativity serves no purpose.... focus on things that bring a smile to your face and get some good quality sleep .... I like watching football and I enjoy watching these cheesy Hallmark Christmas Movies lol yeah I'm being serious ;D
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Oh God!!! I thought I would hate Christmas in November, but it's proving to be very useful! Lol. I'm loving some of them! Sleep is medicated, but pretty much guarantees deep sleep. Went back to work Monday (was on vacation is all!), and it's been a little tough, but managing and getting better each each day!
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:) Hey wyosunny! Like so many others here, I am not an expert but I bet those numbers will improve once on meds... I was diagnosed in 2013 and my inital viral load was 78000! Three months on Stribild it hd dropped to 20 and now I have been undetectable for two years!!! So, hang on... Don't believe all you hear, see or read (it can make you really sick) and follow your doctors orders!!! This forum is a great aide and will help you a lot dissipate doubts. Everyone is fantastic! ;)
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Oh God!!! I thought I would hate Christmas in November, but it's proving to be very useful! Lol. I'm loving some of them! Sleep is medicated, but pretty much guarantees deep sleep. Went back to work Monday (was on vacation is all!), and it's been a little tough, but managing and getting better each each day!
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:) Hey wyosunny! Like so many others here, I am not an expert but I bet those numbers will improve once on meds... I was diagnosed in 2013 and my inital viral load was 78000! Three months on Stribild it hd dropped to 20 and now I have been undetectable for two years!!! So, hang on... Don't believe all you hear, see or read (it can make you really sick) and follow your doctors orders!!! This forum is a great aide and will help you a lot dissipate doubts. Everyone is fantastic! ;)
I am discovering this forum is worth its weight in gold. Just reading the uplifting experiences of others is a huge help!
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Oh God!!! I thought I would hate Christmas in November, but it's proving to be very useful! Lol. I'm loving some of them! Sleep is medicated, but pretty much guarantees deep sleep. Went back to work Monday (was on vacation is all!), and it's been a little tough, but managing and getting better each each day!
Trust me I know all about medicated sleep ..... If my manic ass wasn't heavily sedated every night I'd never fall asleep