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Journey to vision.

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Hello my name is Martin Paredes. I was diagnosed at the age of 13 with a rare eye disease called Retinitis Pigmentosa; this condition changes how the retina responds to light, making it hard to see. People with Retinitis Pigmentosa lose their vision slowly over time. I have been blessed enough to have finished High School. After High School, I went to school for massage therapy, I was fortunate enough to finish the course however, when it came to take the written state exam my vision decreased significantly to the point  that I was unable to study or even read a book. I am 28 years old and I find myself having to depend on others in order to complete daily tasks. I am unable to read or write without having to use a visual enhancement.  To be quite honest, over the years I have lost hope in ever regaining my vision. I found myself given up on the idea of ever having kids, since I will never be the father a child deserves to have. I feel I am unable to teach them to ride a bike or will never be able to read them a bed time story. Over the past few weeks, I've gained some hope.

Today, I coming to you for help. I came across a vision restoration center located in Berlin, Germany (Restore Vision Center). It introduces a new form of therapy called therapeutic electrical stimulation, a non-invasive and non-surgical approach. It is a natural partial restoration of  visual functions done by applying weak currents on the retina. Applied therapeutic electrical stimulation is aimed to prevent further deterioration of neurons and the cells on the retina as much as possible.  So I am asking for all my friends, family, and social media family for a chance to regain my life back. If you could find it in your heart to help with anything it would be greatly appreciated, anything will help. Please help me on my journey  to vision as I am trying to schedule my appointment for treatment within the next few months.
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  • Ana Zarzuela
    • $100 
    • 6 yrs
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Martin Paredes
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Homestead, FL

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