I disagree with that sentiment. When you already have an issue that brings you a suffocating death not too far in the distance, yes, I believe you risk the possible side effects, even if studies haven't been done in humans, or if “enough” humans were tested.
I see no sanity in believing death is preferred over possible side effects, especially on something easily trialed for very little money and effort.
I don’t think we disagree.
There are some who wouldn’t want to risk side-effects. There are others who would find the risk worthwhile.
“I see no sanity in believing death is preferred over possible side effects, especially on something easily trialed for very little money and effort.”
There is where you get into the Quality of Life discussion with your doctors. I’ve known a few people who chose to die rather than endure more pain.
One, a 16 year old boy, had been fighting cancer since he was 10, over half of his life. He finally told his parents he wasn’t undergoing any more chemo. He was just beaten down by the pain and knowledge that he would have to endure the pain and effects of chemo every day of his life. An extreme case, but he made his choice based on the quality of life he could expect.
I, for better off worse have had a preview of my end. My wife passed away in 2016 from Interstitial Lung Disease. I don’t cherish the knowledge that I will slowly suffocate over a period of years.
Depending on the side effects and how the medication does in my particular case I may or may not use it.
What good is life if you’re miserable, in pain or can’t enjoy life?
I’m in my late 60’s. I’ve lived my life and quite frankly it sucks without my angel.
I’ll just take it day by day.