My doctor just told me I need a major, expensive medical procedure that isn't covered by my insurance, but there's an experimental, cheaper treatment option with unknown long-term effects; do I incur massive debt for proven safety, or risk the unknown?

Zackary Bergeron

Zackary Bergeron

Incur debt, safe procedure11 votes (20%)
Try experimental treatment12 votes (22%)
Seek second medical opinion16 votes (30%)
Fundraise for procedure15 votes (28%)

54 votes total • Created 1/7/2026

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My doctor just told me I need a major, expensive medical procedure that isn't covered by my insurance, but there's an experimental, cheaper treatment option with unknown long-term effects; do I incur massive debt for proven safety, or risk the unknown? | asQkme