Yeah, they said it was the same thing -- quoted me around $1000 for the procedure. I have friends who totally treat their animals with natural products, so I will definitely talk with them about it. Right now, I'm bleeding money, with no guarantee I will ever be able to work a modern job again (one requiring Windows Suite or running an electronic cash register) or qualify for SSDI. Haven't given up on anything, including new novels, but I think the Universe would consider this an irresponsible use of money at this time.

It's a b*&#@ being poor....