How do you decide on treatment?

I start chemo next week and I have to say ive been terrified. Surgery was something I could relate to as ive had caesareans and appendix. It was the easy part or so i thought. Fear of the unknown thrown in with a blood and needle phobia hasn't helped but you know all the health professionals I have dealt with are fabulous and I don't feel they recommend things that aren't needed.  Trust is needed and as you say accepting help is hard. You can read things on the internet but its probably not all factual. You can't become an expert in the time frame needed. My surgeon and oncologist do their job all the time, they are up to date with new procedures, different treatments and they studied for a long time to get qualified. Their reputation is at stake. If you don't feel comfortable with your health people then maybe get a second opinion to allay your fears or at least find something you can bear with. 

I agree it is very hard and I wish you all the best whatever you decide.