Help Overcome Cancer and Lupus Challenges

As many know, I was diagnosed with Stage 2 Renal Cell Carcinoma several years ago. I have been seen locally and went through oral chemo. I have SLE (systemic lupus erythematosus), which causes further issues. They decided that removing my kidney was not the best option.

In November of last year, I required a left knee replacement due to several bad surgeries and infections. I recovered from that but still have difficulties. I had surgery on April 21st; I had a procedure done that surgically removes a blockage from my ureter. I have not really recovered from that surgery due to infection and extreme pain. The blockage came back as cancer. I had further scans done. They found a lesion that will need to be tested on my lower spine. They found cancer on the ovary that I do have remaining. They also found muscle-invasive bladder cancer. I started a combination of medication that is immunotherapy. I will be on this for 6 weeks. The medicine does have a living microorganism in it, making me a danger to others as my body excretes these organisms. Due to lupus, all this is more difficult on me due to my immune system.

Right now, we have medical co-pays, stays away from home so I do not expose everyone, and it limits my income. If anyone can help, we would greatly appreciate it. I hate to ask this, but this is a rough situation. Mentally, it is getting to me and my family. I am so glad that I have Jesus in my life to help me and my family through this time. I understand if people are unable to help. I know how hard life can be. If you are unable to help, I would welcome any and all prayers. Thank you for all the love and support. It is certainly much needed at this time.