I wouldn't say I disagree with Wilson's decision, though I don't agree with it either. It's his decision and I see the rationale. That's the thing about being an oncologist, he knows exactly what's involved in getting that treatment. Wilson seems to be afraid of the indignity more than anything, though... it reminded me of that patient from S1, I think the title was Control, who refused a colonoscopy because it's embarrassing and turned out to have severe emotional problems. I love that House is respecting Wilson's decision too. It reminds me of Three Stories. Stacy (and Cuddy) didn't respect House's decision then. House is respecting Wilson's now. It's real growth for the character. I like that it shows how much he respects Wilson as a person.
For me the episode was about acceptance, first with Wilson, then House, and then convincing us lurkers. I'm relieved and grateful the step wasn't skipped in light of how fast Wilson's cancer became a death sentence. I love the explanation in your PS. I still have quibbles about certain points, like Thirteen to telling an oncologist to assess whether to continue each round of chemo.
I think you state what House did for Wilson very well. His acceptance was a truly selfless thing, something that House claims he never does (sacrifice self). It was quite beautiful to see
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I suppose I'm still trying to separate House-land from the real world. In the real world, there's no way this thymoma would be such a clear death sentence, and there's a good chance that treatment would work. If that were the case on the show, then yes, Wilson is acting quite irrationally and it's hard to understand his decision.
But in House-land, it seems that Wilson's options are limited. As I understand it, either Wilson will die in 5 months without chemo, or chemo may extend his life another year or two but he will eventually die from this cancer. And if that's the case, then I don't think that Wilson's decision is stupid (there's no right or wrong answer there).
In any case, I think your take on House's battle is spot-on. It is absolutely love. :)
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But in House-land, it seems that Wilson's options are limited. As I understand it, either Wilson will die in 5 months without chemo, or chemo may extend his life another year or two but he will eventually die from this cancer. And if that's the case, then I don't think that Wilson's decision is stupid (there's no right or wrong answer there).
In any case, I think your take on House's battle is spot-on. It is absolutely love. :)
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