Thanks for your post Windwalker. I am beginning tomorrow with the meds. I will only know how things turn out as I begin and see how the treatment affects me. So pleased to know others have walked this road - none of my friends or family have had anything like this situation. I will be reading all posts and staying as positive as I can. I may be 75 but have 5 kids and 14 grandkids and I feel I have a lot more life to live. I am single and am able at present to take care of myself. In Australia at my age we have a great Aged Care program - where I can get home help and transport etc. I also have spiritual beliefs and friend support emotionally.