U of WA Protocol 109

[marymary]

Hi:

I am brand new to this site. I am looking into University of Washington's Protocol 109. I went through this once before and was crestfallen to discover my HLA A2 status was negative. It's like trying to adopt a baby and then at the eleventh hour discovering that it fell through on a technicality. Anyway, I was wondering if anyone out there knows whether volunteers are still being sought or if the trial is allready full.

Also, I am wondering how you made up your mind to participate (or not) with hard data being scarce to nonexistent? Personally, my thought was that it is better to fight than not, on principle. Even if it does nothing for my immune system it might help me psychologically. That sounds like a weak argument, however, when I see it on paper. Perhaps a massage or a puppy or even a stiff drink might help me psychologically, at a fraction of the cost.

I would appreciate any feedback from others who have been there.

Thanks!

mary