I was drawn to this discussion list while looking for information on ampullary cancer (which my husband has). If it helps, I'd like to share this: My mother is going to be 69 in March 2008. In 2006 she was diagnosed with MM and underwent a stem cell transplant in December of that year. She has been in remission for over a year now. Yes, she has some associated problems: neuropathy, fatigue, and her immune system is still not very good. But, she goes to choir practice, sings in her concerts, goes to church, and basically lives her life--although somewhat more slowly than before. This is an insidious disease and many people do not live long after diagnosis. But there are also people like my mom who have managed to beat the odds (so far!). I just thought this might help some of you who are sturggling right now. Good luck to you all!