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Fighting multiple myeloma: help Neelam afford treatment in Coimbatore

Neelam is facing multiple myeloma and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.

🇮🇳 IndiaPosted Oct 1, 20261,212 views
Neelam G. Saxena
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Member since Sep 29, 2026 · Coimbatore
In August I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. My oncology team at Coimbatore Regional Medical Center has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in November. I was told to expect about 8 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 58, I worked as a hairdresser until August, 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 Coimbatore Regional Medical Center 2 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 $1,300 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $630 • Scans and lab work: $190 • Transport to Coimbatore Regional Medical Center: $100 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $140 • Household costs while unable to work: $240 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
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Updates from Neelam

  1. 9% there. the plan for nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team is now scheduled. Thank you.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 11% now ($140). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

  3. Small update. $200 so far, the first invoice got paid this week.

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