I was about your age last time i did treatment, though not entirely sure age matters a bit. I worked through treatement. single parented, ran a house, as have so many others i know. No doubt it was not easy, but most get through it. I believe most of us here worked through treatment, mine doesn't count this time, I am blessed enough to work from home this time.

Wish I could tell you how its going to be for you, but the one thing you will find is the more people you communicate with that have been through this the more varied the reactions will be. I think its largely because Interferon is a naturally occuring enzyme in the body that it reacts so differently with each person.

The gargoyle eggs, (ribavirin) are a different animal all together. The side effects are pretty universal, but largely managable.

The best you can do is just get through each day, one at a time. Don't set yourself up for too many expectations, don't put too many demands on yourself, and exhale a lot. Get some regular excercise, nothing too demanding. If you meditate or do you or any relaxation stay with it. Stay hydrated and keep eating no matter how odd everything tastes, you will fare pretty well.

Also get as much rest as you need, no matter what it takes.

That dirty old dragon is not invincible, you go get em' girl, we have a pretty darn good cheering committe here any time you need us.

I did treatment in 2001 and worked throughout. It was very hard for me but I did for 48 weeks so its possible. Treatment is different for everyone. With me I was very nauseous, dizzy, and then there is the Riba rage, but I got through it. If I had a choice I would have slept through the whole thing, but I needed to work so the health insurance would pay for the treatment. Some days were not as hard as others. I wish you the best. Would like to hear how it's going.
Take care
Jeanmarie