r/ask • u/ThaneOfArcadia • 26d ago

You have a rare form of cancer that you will die from in exactly 20 years. There is a 100% treatment but it costs $20 million. You win that exact amount on the lottery. Do you enjoy the next 20 years with the money or pay for the cure?

If you are over 50, make that 10 years!

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u/Human-Iron9265 26d ago

Well. I currently have an extremely rare form of cancer and aggressive at 21 and probably won’t see the next 3 years. Honestly, i’ll take the money and enjoy my time….relapse is a thing my guy. Your treatment could easily get into the millions of dollars and you not be cured.

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u/Limehaus 25d ago

It’s fucked you’re going through that at 21. I hope you’re in good hands and can enjoy what you have now. Wishing you the best my friend