This makes nonusers controls in a great clinical trial. The destinies of those babies exemplify both miracles and tragedies. For some, choices will be easier, heartaches fewer, as the range of treatments broadens. For others, the opposite. Some decisions leap upon us with no time for thought.
Early detection is a great benefit of diagnostic technology, yet it can be a two-edged scalpel.
One of my more memorable consultations was with a woman whose young husband was just showing signs of Huntington's. She asked for advice about when they should be told or tested. We were grateful that nothing had to be decided that day. Some things can't be pondered too long. Others shouldn't be pondered too soon.