Mwende's a craniotomy can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In August I was diagnosed with a large ovarian cyst. My surgeon at Embakasi University Hospital recommended a craniotomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for December. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,150, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $700 short. Doctors at Embakasi University Hospital told me a large ovarian cyst will get worse without a craniotomy. I work as a call-centre agent, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,150 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a call-centre agent have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 6 weeks. I'll not be able to walk without help during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $700 goes: • Post-operative medication: $55 • Travel and lodging for the family: $95 • Physiotherapy sessions: $140 • Hospital stay (5 nights): $410 If you're reading this, thank you.