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Standing with Kittisak: early-stage lung cancer treatment costs
10 rounds of treatment are planned at Bangkok Regional Medical Center; we are asking for help with the costs insurance does not cover.
🇹🇭 10169, Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand2,139 views
In January I was diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer. My oncology team at Bangkok Regional Medical Center has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in May. I was told to expect about 8 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 36, I worked as a nurse until January, 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 Bangkok 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 $2,000 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,050
• Scans and lab work: $175
• Transport to Bangkok Regional Medical Center: $260
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $75
• Household costs while unable to work: $440
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Kittisak
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Update from Bangkok: we've started the first stage. We're at 33% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Bangkok
Thank you. If you're in Bangkok I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Appreciate you taking the time.
Sending love. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. All the best.