Ah, the Nigel defence.

It is not about what will or could or might happen. It is about you saying something like "Even if it means I or my loved ones have to suffer X that is a price I am prepared to pay." In the medical case that might mean suffer a painful medical condition for months longer than would otherwise, for instance. My half brother - a strong Leaver- keeps reminding us of what our parents and grandparents went through 'to be free of German domination.' 'They risked their lives and those of loved ones. So what are you prepared to risk?' Answer comes there none.