Just a quick note on online discussion groups – There are multiple formats out there, and all of the various formats have advantages and disadvantages. But it’s also important to note that there are some patient discussion groups out there that cross the line into dispensing medical advice. Always be sure to run anything you read in any online forum (including this one!) past your own doctor before making any changes to your treatment regimen. As patients, we should absolutely do everything we can to become well-informed, but ultimately, there is no substitute for working with a trained medical professional who knows your personal medical history.
