Brain Surgery for Stacey Joy

My aunt Stacey has been suffering for many years with an illness no doctor could diagnose. From not being able to walk, having severe pain throughout her body, feeling fatigued to no end, and an array of other symptoms that pointed to a number of possible factors. As of recent, doctors have discovered a tumor on her pituitary gland. This tumor is causing growth hormones throughout her body which in turn stimulate the growth of what is originally essential tissues in the body, including bone. However now, an excess amount causing physical changes in her facial features, pain, and neurological issues. The other major illness this is causing is diabetes insipidus, which is a rare illness that makes ones body unable to control fluids. As well as the many other symptoms that have been going on for years that are directly related to the tumor.  I’ve included some links to further explain the tumor and it’s effect on her body. As well as the surgical process. 

https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/types/pituitary-tumors/treatment/transsphenoidal-surgery-pituitary-tumors

https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cancer.org/cancer/pituitary-tumors/detection-diagnosis-staging/signs-and-symptoms.html

https://www.aans.org/en/Patients/Neurosurgical-Conditions-and-Treatments/Pituitary-Gland-and-Pituitary-Tumors

https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/kidney-disease/diabetes-insipidus

The surgery to have this tumor removed will be preformed in Houston Medical Center on 6/10/2019. We are asking for help to pay the deductible, copays, travel to the doctor, and loss of wages. My uncle is the sole financial provider and does an amazing job keeping his family well taken care of! As well as helping ANY family ever in need. She and my uncle have been helping my grandfather over the past year with living expenses so this has really put a strain on their finances in all areas. Every dollar helps and I am certain it is VERY appreciated. Thank you all so much for reading!! Send good thoughts!!