IT'S OVER (for now)

We spend a lot of time talking about the bad news in this discussion group - here's the spot for the good news. If you've had c-diff and are now well, please tell us about it here.
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Christina
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IT'S OVER (for now)

Postby Christina » Fri Dec 29, 2006 8:23 am

Well, I did it. I have hit the 12 week mark. Hopefully, I don't jinx myself.

See Christina's article on C. diff. in FAQ-Articles Written by Posters. In it, she explains what worked for her.

She had one tough case of C. diff., tried many treatments, & is finally C. diff. free. Congrats. Christina.
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Christina
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Postby Christina » Fri Dec 29, 2006 9:25 am

I wanted to add (forgot sorry) that my treatments consisted of 400mg each of Polygam S/D.

The downside to all of this is that because these treatments are considered "experimental" the insurance company would not pay for any of it despite constant attempts from the hospital and myself. Each treatments costs approximately $2,400.00. This will be my next battle to fight!
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Postby Allison » Fri Dec 29, 2006 10:34 am

Excellent Christina! Congratulations and hats off to a job very well done.
You are truly an inspiration to everybody here.
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MaryT
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Postby MaryT » Fri Dec 29, 2006 1:08 pm

I am SO happy for you!! I know how difficult it has been for you. I wish you a healthy, happy 2007!
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Postby Nancy1 » Fri Dec 29, 2006 1:55 pm

Hurray, Christina! You have fought this beast for so long and I am really happy to hear that it's over for now! Your article is excellent. I congratulate you for writing it with the idea of making more people aware of cdiff. It's wonderful that you're going back to college in medical research. I know you will do a terrific job in that field, where people like you are so much needed. Have a great 2007! Hugs and thanks for all your support.
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Postby Bobbie » Fri Dec 29, 2006 3:42 pm

Good for you, Christina. You not only "beat the beast," but you were active in your own recovery and sought out new methods of help.

Hurray!
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Postby Tammy » Fri Dec 29, 2006 4:15 pm

Congradulations,Christina!
You are one of the bravest people I know,I really admire you.
Im glad there is some good that comes from this awful disease.
Tammy
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Postby supersmurf » Sat Dec 30, 2006 8:54 pm

Way to go Christina! You really have fought a couragous battle against this beast. Wishing you all the best in happiness and health in 2007.

Sharon
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Postby unhappystomach » Sat Dec 30, 2006 11:15 pm

Yay!

:)
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diane
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Postby diane » Tue Jan 02, 2007 12:34 am

Celebrate the new year c diff free!!!!! Congrats!!!!!! I hope to be there soon too.... after 35 months I am 33 days off of meds so I"m hoping this might finally be it!!!!!!!!!
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negroni
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congradulations on your victory

Postby negroni » Sun Jan 14, 2007 9:24 pm

Hey Christina, I am sooooo delighted to hear you overcame the Beast,I know there were times you did not think it would ever happen as I do now,so you are my inspiration to hang in there, I was truly blessed to hear of your recovery, God is good, good luck on your future endeavors, Doris
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Postby Knitter » Thu Jan 18, 2007 4:09 pm

Congrats Christina! I am so happy to hear the dreaded Beast left you (with much encouragement).

Sometimes it feels like we are the landlords trying to evict an unwelcome tenant. They leave when THEY want to leave after reeking havoc on the way out.

I am proud of you for all the work you did to rid yourself of this unwanted tenant and so happy that your hard work finally paid off!
Vancocin 250 mg. 4 X daily, Bio-K+, 4 acidophilis pills. IBS, Type II Diabetes, A-typical Menieres. C. Diff. 6X/11 months til May/2006; recurred Sept. 26, 2010.
Take care, stay safe and be happy!
Knitter
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Postby Timaca » Fri Feb 02, 2007 4:17 pm

Yay!!!! Congratulations! Timaca
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