Marlene's horrible experience should serve to illustrate why no one should go blindly into treatment. Had she not been a strong and smart advocate for her own quality of life, she would have ended up in very, very bad shape -- and for no good reason. This is not to say one should doctor shop until hearing what pleases, but it seems prudent to seek concurring second and perhaps third opinions when drastic treatment is recommended.

To you, Marlene, WOO-HOO!