I am aware of the 12K cost but I am pretty sure it is covered by the medicare rebate like any other IVF procedure (based on the info I got from Sydney IVF). So our out of pocket expenses (after medicare and private health insurance) would range from $4K-$6K per round. The cost really wouldn't factor into my decision.
The other (and more heart wrenching) option is to terminate the pregnancy if a prenatal exam proves that we are carrying a boy. I honestly don't think I could live with myself for doing that.
But at the same time, I couldn't knowingly pass on this illness knowing how badly it has affected my uncle. He is 45 and will likely be in a wheelchair within five years. He is in constant pain and is unable to work. How could I knowingly set my son up for that kind of life?
The other aspect of it is, if I am a carrier, I have to face the reality that I will NEVER have a son.
Last edited by Aimz; October 2nd, 2008 at 11:39 AM.
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