Surgery fund for Aishwarya: septoplasty in Mumbai

In July I was diagnosed with a large ovarian cyst. My surgeon at Mumbai Community Hospital recommended septoplasty, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,400, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $1,050 short. Doctors at Mumbai Community Hospital told me a large ovarian cyst will get worse without septoplasty. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,400 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a seamstress have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 6 weeks. I'll not be able to look after the children alone 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 $1,050 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $300 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $530 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $60 • Post-operative medication: $25 • Physiotherapy sessions: $70 • Travel and lodging for the family: $65 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.