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Help me through 10 rounds of treatment for kidney cancer
10 rounds of treatment are planned at Jaffna University Hospital; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
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In May I was diagnosed with kidney cancer. My oncology team at Jaffna University Hospital has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in August. I was told to expect about 6 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 39, I worked as a bus conductor until May, 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 Jaffna University Hospital 5 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.
I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes.
Where the $1,600 goes:
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $125
• Household costs while unable to work: $280
• Scans and lab work: $95
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,100
Thanks for reading all this.
Updates from Oshan
We're at 35% thanks to 21 of you. I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.
Thank you all. We're at 21% now ($336). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
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Hope it all works out. Wishing Oshan a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Take care