Miguel's Health, Recovery, and Ongoing Treatment
A nonprofit fundraiser supporting
Connexion MinistriesThis is where we'll post updates to Miguel's health, challenges, and needs. Thanks for checking in.
$16,903
raised by 23 people
$20,000 goal
8 months left
The closer we get to Zero...
Quick Health Update:
The last to bloodwork panels showed a 50% decrease in tumor marker numbers, and a 25% decrease respectively. Funny thing about fighting to bring these numbers down, Is that the closer we get to Zero, the harder the battle is.
With our synchronistic approach and off-label meds that make the cancer more treatable (more sensitive) to chemo, we believe we can get to NED (no evidence of disease), soon.
I have felt the best that I have in these 2 passed months since this battle started nearly 3 years ago. I am, however, experiencing increased neuroeffects from the chemo and dealing with sensory overload issues which cause me to shut down and not function well. We are taking measures to deal with those in the best way that we can.
With your prayers, financial support, and encouragements, we are winning this!
We could still use your help with uncovered medicines, safe travel and lodging for extended test days and consults, and ostomy equipment which is VERY expensive and not covered by our insurance.
If you'd like to help financially, please use this platform to that end.
We thank you so very much for your time and consideration.
Miguel, Lauren, and Kate...
As many of you know, we've been through it this past 2+ years. Pain and discomfort, diagnosis, cancer detected, unbelievable insurance and medical bureaucracy to navigate, multiple surgeries, chemo, and recently a major 20 hour surgery which was supposed to be curative.
There have been many challenges in and around all of these to include physical, mental, spiritual, and financial. It's been a tough road.
I am thankful for all of you that have donated generously to keeping me alive. I mean it. I have known several here who have passed because they couldn't afford to pay for treatment etc.
Our current 'challenge,' is weight gain. I'm having a bit of difficulty gaining weight. We'd like to supplement protein powder that is not junky to maintain and build muscle. But, it costs a hundred bucks a container. If you'd like to purchase 1 or 2, use this platform.
Even with many donations, we are still accumulating debt. Simply put, we can use an influx of new donations. If you are able to make a recurring monthly donation, great. If you can donate one time, awesome! If you cannot donate but can share these updates, we appreciate it greatly.
In any case, this platform is trusted and secure and we've been using it for a lot of years. You can trust that your donation will get to us safely and in a timely manner.
We Love you all.
Miguel, Lauren, and Kate.