Help Tess Fight Leukemia
Fundraising campaign by
Siena Elise Cristobal
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₱39,920raised of ₱1,638,000.00 goal goal
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Campaign Story
Hi! My name is Siena.
Last March, my Mom was diagnosed with cancer; More specifically Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia( CLL).
As her only daughter and sole caretaker, I am in desperate need of help to pay for my mom's daunting medical expenses.
It all started with a routine trip to the doctor that revealed an extremely high white blood cell count ( NEVER a good sign). Because it was over 10x higher than normal, she had to be hospitalized.
After 5 days in the hospital and a series of tests, the diagnosis was given. A bone marrow biopsy a few weeks after the initial diagnosis further confirmed her condition ( I have attached some of her medical test results in the photos of this campaign).
Doctors have determined she needs to undergo chemotherapy as soon as possible; Six cycles of chemo over 6 months to be specific. Mom will have to leave her work while she undergoes this treatment.
The treatments will cost 273,000 PHP ($ 5,460) per session for a total of 1,638,00 PHP ($ 32,760)for all six chemo sessions.
Other expenses include: series of medical tests before, after, and during her chemo, Her having to stay in the hospital for 4-5 days for her first cycle, and other possible medical expenses that could arise as side effect of the treatment. We'll figure out a way to pay for these somehow but if we could at least get the money together to start her treatment, my mom could have a chance.
Please, if you can spare even just a little money, my mother and I would greatly appreciate your contributions.
Thank you for taking the time to read this and may God bless you all.
Sincerely,
Siena
Organizer
- Siena Elise Cristobal
- Campaign Owner
Donors
- Anonymous
- Donated on Sep 10, 2018
Continue fighting!!! God bless...
- Guest
- Donated on Sep 10, 2018
For our 4th cycle
Update posted by Siena Elise Cristobal at 03:24 pmThe number of support we've received is really heart warming. Not only it helps us on our day to day and medical expenses, it also gives Mama the courage to keep on fighting Leukemia. Earlier today we went to a Cardiologist to address Mama's palpitations and chest pains during and. . . . .
Gathering more funds
Update posted by Siena Elise Cristobal at 10:09 amWe are exhausting every means we have to gather funds, whether through government officials, fundraising campaign, and donations. We are also looking for ways to maximize all the help we are getting.From the bottom our hearts, thank you to our anonymous donors who selflessly give without expecting anything in return,. . . . .
We are in need of financial help and prayers now, more than ever.
Update posted by Siena Elise Cristobal at 11:14 amWe are appealing to generous hearts to extend their financial help for my Mama's medications.We are 2 weeks in before Mama's scheduled treatment for her 4th cycle and we still don't have sufficient funds. Being able to continue the remaining cycles on time is extremely important for Mama's recovery. We. . . . .
Keeping faith
Update posted by Siena Elise Cristobal at 03:07 pmI have faith that we’ll get through Mama’s Leukemia. I have faith that we’ll get through the remaining 3 cycles. I have faith that we’ll get our lives back. I have faith that we’ll come out victorious. But what brings me down is how the government provides for the needy.. . . . .
Road to Cycle 3!
Update posted by Siena Elise Cristobal at 01:29 pmFrom Mama's latest blood test and check up last August 10, her doctor said she's doing great! Mama is responding well to medications and no other health issues or risk present. As long as she stays healthy and infection free until the last week of August, we'll proceed with her. . . . .
CHEMO UPDATE!
Update posted by Siena Elise Cristobal at 08:40 amWe got home yesterday after 3 1/2 days in the hospital. Mom is responding well with the medication and her blood test results are really good.She was given lower dosage this cycle because of how well her first cycle went. Based on her blood test, it seems like her cancer. . . . .
We are on our 2nd Cycle!
Update posted by Siena Elise Cristobal at 04:26 pmThis month has been a challenge, as a result of Mom going to DSWD for financial assistance she got Pneumonia. Good thing we can easily go to different hospitals where her doctor has her schedule and was able to consult and follow up immediately. Because of this, her treatment was. . . . .
First Cycle DONE!
Update posted by Siena Elise Cristobal at 01:55 pmGood Day! Its been a week since Mom's first cycle, and GREAT NEWS! She is responding well to medications! The results on her blood test are great, her wbc is down, a bit below normal, but that is expected. Her rbc is okay, decrease in the size of her spleen,. . . . .
First Chemo treatment!
Update posted by Siena Elise Cristobal at 04:11 pmUpdates!Here is the timeline for Mom's 1st cycle of chemo treatmentJune 20 - Basic blood work and hospital admission. Mom will be having a series of blood test to check her current blood condition then, we'll be lining up for any vacant rooms in the hospital. Getting rooms in this. . . . .
Donors & Comments
- Anonymous
- Donated on Sep 11, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your mom at this very difficult time.
- Anonymous
- Donated on Sep 10, 2018
Continue fighting!!! God bless...
- Guest
- Donated on Sep 10, 2018
- GranT STowell
- Donated on Sep 10, 2018
- Anonymous
- Donated on Aug 31, 2018
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 25, 2018
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 14, 2018
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jun 17, 2018
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jun 16, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your mom at this very difficult time.