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Fighting kidney cancer: help Chinmay afford treatment in Hyderabad
8 rounds of treatment are planned at the Hyderabad Oncology Institute; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
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In June I was diagnosed with kidney cancer. My oncology team at the Hyderabad Oncology Institute has planned 8 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in July. I was told to expect about 12 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 54, I worked as a farmer until June, and I have been the main earner for my household.
Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, transport to the Hyderabad Oncology Institute 3 times a week, and the income I have lost add up quickly.
My family is doing everything they can, but we've already sold what we could and are borrowing for groceries.
Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment.
Where the $1,700 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,050
• Scans and lab work: $230
• Transport to the Hyderabad Oncology Institute: $115
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $50
• Household costs while unable to work: $255
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Chinmay
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Hang in there, Chinmay. Gave what I could, wish it was more. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Thinking of Hyderabad
Thinking of you and your family, Chinmay. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Please keep us posted.
Wishing you peace. Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of Hyderabad.
Thinking of you and your family, Chinmay. Get well soon. Love from Lagos
You're not alone. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. I hope August is when things finally get easier. Love from Mar del Plata.