Money for Maggie
Fundraising campaign by
Julie Low
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US$4,165.00Donated So Far
Campaign Story
Maggie is 11 years old and has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer associated with a genetic mutation called DICER1 Syndrome.
This funding site will help the community support the family with medical expenses and enable the family to afford alternative treatments to offset the negative effects of chemotherapy.
I plan to provide updates on this page regarding Maggie's progress. Hopefully this will keep all friends and family informed without having to ask the family too many difficult questions.
On the evening of May 2nd Maggie had cramps that were painful enough to seek emergency treatment. Later that evening, after being rushed to Boston Children's Hospital, she had her right ovary removed after they discovered a clementine-sized tumor.
The tumor was sent to pathology and after 2 weeks of testing, Maggie's parents were told the tumor was malignant and the cancer was caused by DICER1 syndrome.
Maggie is being treated at the Dana Farber Jimmy Clinic in conjunction with Boston Childrens and has an incredible team of medical professionals overseeing her care and treatment.
There is no definitive prognosis being given as this is a rare manifestation (ovary) of a rare cancer syndrome (DICER1). There is no historical data available to draw upon unfortunately. That being said, her medical team and family are hopeful and optimistic they can treat Maggie successfully.
She began aggressive chemotherapy treatments on May 30, 2019. She has suffered nausea and sleepiness from the first round, which packed a punch. Maggie will be returning to the Jimmy Clinic each week for chemotherapy on an outpatient basis.
Donors
- Anonymous
- Donated on Sep 02, 2019
- Anonymous
- Donated on Aug 26, 2019
❤️Love Maggie’s Spirit and Smile
- Betsy Roguet
- Donated on Aug 21, 2019
Great news on the scan!! We are all cheering you on!! Keep those smiles coming!
Maggie's last day of Chemo!
Update posted by Julie Low at 11:13 pmToday was Maggie's final chemo treatment! She endured 60 weeks and beat the cancer!
Maggie's last day of Chemo!
Update posted by Julie Low at 11:12 pmToday was Maggie's final chemo treatment! She endured 60 weeks and beat the cancer!
Maggie's last day of Chemo!
Update posted by Julie Low at 11:11 pmToday was Maggie's final chemo treatment! She endured 60 weeks and beat the cancer!
CLEAN Scan!
Update posted by Julie Low at 12:43 pmMaggie had a scan on Wednesday, January 29th and there were no signs of cancer! This is the best news the family could have received! ❤😍
Major chemotherapy is over! Maintenance begins
Update posted by Julie Low at 07:12 pmHi everyone. Last Thursday was Maggie's last major round of chemotherapy! YEAH!Maintenance chemotherapy will continue over the next several months.
Another clean scan!
Update posted by Julie Low at 11:44 pmHi friends! Last week Maggie underwent MRIs and scans to check for the presence of tumors. The scans showed ZERO tumors!Maggie's treatment plan is working miracles! Chemotherapy continues for another few months. Maggie has not been hospitalized since the summer which means her body is reacting stronger to the harsh
Treatment is working!
Update posted by Julie Low at 11:01 pmWhat brings such great smiles to these faces you ask?Maggie had her first MRI and CT scan since starting chemotherapy treatment. Phase I is complete and these tests were to verify that chemo was working. The great news is that the cheno is working!While there are many more chemo rounds
Round 3. July 20, 2019 Hospital Visit
Update posted by Julie Low at 07:58 pmMaggie is in the hospital today getting her immunity system restored.This is Maggie's 3rd major round of chemo and her 3rd hospitalization. 9 to 10 days post-chemo, Maggie's immune system is weak and she goes to the hospital as a precaution against infection. This "down" time lasts 3 days.After these
Chemotherapy Take II
Update posted by Julie Low at 11:28 pmMaggie's chemotherapy is every week, but she gets a major round of chemo every 3rd week. Her last major chemo was about 9 days ago. She did sooo much better than the first major round - less nausea, more eating, more energy, etc. Maggie was well enough to hang out
Appreciation
Update posted by Denny Gove at 02:32 amI know now that miracles happen every day, and they come in the form of supportive and loving friends like you. Thank you for your kindness. We will forever be grateful.Maggie, Denny and Sandy
Donors & Comments
- Anonymous
- Donated on Sep 02, 2019
- Anonymous
- Donated on Aug 26, 2019
❤️Love Maggie’s Spirit and Smile
- Betsy Roguet
- Donated on Aug 21, 2019
Great news on the scan!! We are all cheering you on!! Keep those smiles coming!
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 24, 2019
- Denise, John and Clara Krigbaum
- Donated on Jul 21, 2019
It was great to see Maggie by the pool last month. We wish you all many good days in the future as Maggie fights through this.
- Katie & Mark Thomas Thomas
- Donated on Jul 13, 2019
You got this Maggie! We are thinking of you!
- Nancy and Dennis King
- Donated on Jul 12, 2019
- Helene & David Brodette
- Donated on Jul 03, 2019
Sending all our prayers for a complete recovery!
- The Picano Family
- Donated on Jun 27, 2019
Sending love, prayers and strength to Maggie and family.
- Dolores Foss
- Donated on Jun 26, 2019
Stay strong... Lots of love and good wishes coming your way... Love the Foss Family
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