Edgardo's septoplasty can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In April I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in the right knee. My surgeon at Makati Community Hospital recommended septoplasty, and I have been placed on the schedule for June. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,350, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $1,000 short. Doctors at Makati Community Hospital told me osteoarthritis in the right knee will get worse without septoplasty. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,350 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a seamstress have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 4 weeks. I'll not be able to stand for more than ten minutes during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did. Where the $1,000 goes: • Hospital stay (2 nights): $390 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $120 • Post-operative medication: $50 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $440 If you're reading this, thank you.