Re: Question 1 -- Genetics

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Date Posted: 16:22:16 03/04/02 Mon
Author: Dominique Green
Subject: Re: Question 1
In reply to: Kristin Donohue 's message, "Question 1" on 17:15:40 02/27/02 Wed

>In response to the first question, I feel that in the
>process of deciding to be tested for a genetic
>disorder many reasons and concerns must be thought
>over carefully. In Sherry's case, she chose to
>participate in the study because she wanted to gain a
>sense of control in her life. I think that is a
>legitmate reason for being tested because by knowing
>whether or not she will develop breast cancer she can
>start act accordingly to her health. She can begin
>preventative measures to limit the chances of
>developing breast cancer when she reaches 70. If the
>results are negative she can breathe a sigh of relief
>and can concentrate on beating her ovarian cancer.
>Unfortunately in her case, she tested postive for the
>mutated gene. Only she can control how she reacts to
>her result, the test can only provide the facts. If a
>paitent that is questionable about having a genetic
>disorder, I feel that it is their personal decision
>and I can respect whatever choice they decide to
>follow.
I agree because i think that it is different for every person. It depends greatly upon your emotional strength and your reasons for wanting to know if you have a disease. I think that the reason being to gain control is most definitely legitamate. I think that if I were to discover I had the disease I would most definitely try to live a healthier and more preventative life in terms of what my disease required me to do. Knowing that I had the disease, I might appreciate more and be able to understand more about the disease so that when it did begin to effect me, I would know why and I wouldn't be as afraid. However, it is different for everyone and I think each person should be given the opportunity to make their own decision.

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Re: Question 1 -- Joanna McKee, 16:53:46 03/04/02 Mon