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at least i might get rid of one i h i v and hepc i have heard that hep c treatment hard on most people i hope i can cope with it my doctor wanted my h i v to be under control be starting medication for hep c my viral load is undetectable and my cd4 is 511 is that a good thing hope to hear from you soon thank you p.s. keep up the good work
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Sounds like you have very good control of your HIV infection.
Yes this would be a great time to consider treatment for HCV as well.
I would suggest trying to avoid combining AZT or DDI (two HIV medications) with the HCV therapy due to drug interactions.
Otherwise, you should do well. You should have careful follow-up with your doctor while on treatment.
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