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My experience with Raptiva has been wonderful so far:
Shot 1: 3/4 dose. No side effects or change in P. 70% coverage
Shot 2: Full dose. No side effects or change in P.
Shot 3: Full dose. Noticable thinning of P. Still Red
Shot 4: Full dose. Continued thinning of P. Redness fading.
Shot 5: Full dose. Redness still fading. A few areas clear.
I have noticed no negative side effects so far. A few spots have faded, flared, and faded again during this timeframe. I thought that was a little odd. However, I am overall pleased with what I have experienced.
As far as coverage, I guess I would still say I am about 70%. However, it is much thinner and a light pink. Some areas are still dry and a little flakey, but the cold weather could be having an effect on that, too.
I am also using triamcenalone (sp?) ointment every morning. That helps with the dryness/redness some.
>>>>>>>>>shot 6 update<<<<<<<<<
Shot #6
I continue to see clearing. The backs of my hands almost appear normal. My arms almost appear normal, too. A few small spots here and there. And, where I had "complete" coverage before is somewhat of a different color than where there was no P. Kind of a light pinkish color, I guess.
My legs are not quite as good as the rest of my body, but it is certainly better than it was.
A few other places are still a little dry and flakey, but nothing like I was. I am extremely impressed with this medicine. I hope I continue to clear even more
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>7th shot update<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
After 7 shots, I continue to get better and better. I'm really liking this medicine. No negative side effects (that I know of) and I am seeing some very impressive improvements.
I'm not 100% clear (yet) but I am getting there. A few "problem" areas include a few spots on my face and around what is left of my hairline. And, my lower legs are slow to clear. Other than that, this stuff is impressive! |
