Thank you for sharing that with me (us) mle-sober. Absolutely no offense taken.
Some people I know feel as though this is a strong case for the mysterous healing powers of God. i.e., a miracle. I do not profess to be a speaker in tongues or know of any that do. I do not wish to use this forum to press my views of my Christian faith. Merely to tell people of my life past and present. The fact that I am a believer is just part of my story. I'm just a regular guy living a simplified life.
What happened to me happened. Can it happen to others? I don't feel that I am unique in any way. I share with your thought that most need to seek medical counsel prior to embarking on such a step. And of course follow that up with ongoing meetings with both professional and non-professional guidance.. The route I took seems to be working for me.
I just hope that I have not offended anyone's religious convictions. If I have, I offer my humble apology.
Daddio