Hello, as many know I’ve struggled with Crohns for almost 20 years now. These last 2 years have really been a downward spiral and my options on staying “healthy” have gotten so small, there’s literally nothing left for me to do. For a little over a year I’ve been on IV nutrition that I run every night. I will more than likely do this for the rest of my life and the life expectancy is only about 2-5 years for people on TPN (Total Parental Nutrition, what goes through the IV) About 2 months ago I was admitted to the hospital with a fever of 104. I had a PICC line (central line, IV port) and it got infected, but the tests were coming back negative so they continued to use the line. (this could have killed me) I was sent home after 9 days. After being home and no longer receiving antibiotics, the fever returned. I tried my hardest to make it go away without having to return to the hospital but failed after a week, so I returned to University Hospital. I convinced them to remove the PICC the day I was readmitted and haven’t had a fever since They are giving me a small break from the TPN and having a PICC so I can be semi human for a couple of months. With being so sick, I was unable to work for a little over a month. I have been so fortunate with friends and family that have helped me SO much and I’m so grateful. I’m back to work but it just not enough and I can’t over work myself, or I’ll end up right back in the hospital. I’m trying to balance taking care of myself but be able to make a living at the same time. I don’t know which to prioritize because even if it is my health, I panic that I’m not making any income. I’m still struggling, more than I’d like to admit. I’m ashamed that I even am doing this, but I don’t know what else to do at this point. I’m not going to go into detail because, again, shame…I just want to not lose my electricity or home owners insurance. I can’t chose between grocery’s and bills anymore. The stress is overwhelming and unhelpful to recovering in any way I can.

I’m sorry for asking but if you do chose to donate, I thank you so much and am more grateful than I could ever explain. 

If all you can afford is prayers, I’ll take those too ♥️