Re: question 1 -- Genetics

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Date Posted: 19:49:02 03/04/02 Mon
Author: Megan Johnston
Subject: Re: question 1
In reply to: Morgan Oakes 's message, "question 1" on 18:01:56 03/04/02 Mon

>I do believe that a need for control is an appropriate
>reason to be tested for a genetic disorder. Wondering
>and worrying all the time if you have a certain
>genetic disorder can be extremely frustrating. Sherry
>probably wanted control in her life for many reasons.
>If she knew she had the gene for the disorder, she
>could choose not to have children, or she could obtain
>treatment that may prevent the disorder from becoming
>prevalent. These are both forms of control that could
>make living her life a lot easier. Simply not knowing
>is sometimes the hardest thing a person may ever have
>to go through.
I agree with Morgan. Being tested due to a need for control over one's life is a legitamate reason to be tested. Knowing that she has the mutation that causes ovarian cancer, Sherry can make a personal decision regarding marriage and children. She will also be able to have better control over the cancer because knowing that she has ovarian cancer and the cause of it, she knows what types of treatment she can get. She will also be able to live her life to the fullest knowing that she only has limited time left. In these ways, the tests have been able to give Sherry a sense of control and that is a very viable reason for being tested.

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Re: question 1 -- Megan Johnston, 19:50:10 03/04/02 Mon