Hi, everybody:

I have had RSD in my left knee since August 2001. I may also have Central Pain Syndrome, caused by my RSD. At the present time, I use Duragesic and MSIR for the control of my severe chronic pain, but my doctor might not be willing to prescribe these medications for years and years or for the rest of my life.

I am interested in the RSD Ketamine Coma Procedure. I emphasize the word "COMA".

Where is the RSD Ketamine Coma Procedure done in the world? I am willing to travel anywhere in the world if this might help my RSD pain. I am fully aware this treatment is dangerous (I am willing to sign a discharge so the hospital and doctors cannot be sued). I am also fully aware this treatment might not work for me; I just remember this proverb: "Who does not risk anything does not get anything." I am not sure the translation is correct, but I hope you get the idea.

How much, in U.S. dollars or in euros, does the RSD Ketamine Coma Procedure cost? Does this cost include hospitalization, doctors and nurses fees, food, lodging (when out of the hospital), etc...? Will this cost be higher if there are complications from this procedure? I understand the cost of traveling will vary depending on the country from which a person is leaving.

How do you get accepted (or refused) for the RSD Ketamine Coma Procedure? If you are not in the USA, how do you get (if you need it) a referral to see the doctor(s) doing this procedure, wherever it is done in the world? Do you know if people who have had RSD for about 10 years are eligible for this procedure or should I lie about (or not mention) the length of time I have had RSD, just so I can get this procedure? I am saying this because I strongly believe that people who have RSD all deserve a chance to get this procedure (if that is their wish, of course), no matter how long they have had their RSD. Even if this procedure could be less effective or totally ineffective when a person has had his/her RSD for such a long time, I am willing to give this procedure a try.

These are my main questions for the moment. I thank you very much for your understanding (you probably noticed, by my words, that I feel desperate) and for your information.

Priscilla