(I was qouted as saying the alternative doesn"t work)
I didn't say it wouldn't work. I said it works for some of the people some of the time. There are no trials to point to success rates so that peolple can make as rational decision based on scientific evidence. Simple as that. Not difficult to understand. When you are in my shoes you must go with the scientific evidence and take advantage of the best odds. If people take the alternative route they may not be covered by insurance for PET and othere scans. Since they are "Flying Blind " at this point what should they do track any mets or tumor growth? This is not about being a member of a club. This is about a life and death decision based on the best scientific evidence available. Your have a responsible part to play here. You are a cheerleader for what you believe in and that is OK. Please make those you support and advise aware of all of the ramifications. Where is the data on alternative failures?- I'm sure there are many as with any approach. I need this information to continue to make the right decision in a timely fashion to continue LIVING.