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Anthony’s lung transplant journey

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Hi everyone. My name is Alexandria and this fundraiser is for my father, Anthony. Thank you so much for taking some time to read my dad’s story.

In November 2022 my dad was complaining of shortness of breath for a few weeks and finally agreed to get checked out at the ER. We learned that he had scarring in his lungs but didn’t know the cause. After waiting, which seemed like a lifetime we finally received a diagnosis- end stage interstitial lung disease. Within several months his health deteriorated rapidly. He went from an active husband, dad and papa to spending his days in bed connected to oxygen.

My dad is currently at UCSD and is waiting for his miracle- a lung transplant. We have been told that he could be waiting days to maybe weeks before receiving his gift. During the waiting game he will stay in the hospital, monitored closely because his condition can take a turn for the worst quickly. After surgery he will need to stay close to the hospital for at least 3 months for daily check ups. Due to this, my dad and mom will have to relocate during recovery. Between medical costs, rent, and living expenses their bills will be astronomical.

My dad and mom always help when people are in need and do whatever they can to support their loved ones. I know it would mean the world to them to have support and know they aren’t alone in this fight.

I can’t thank you all enough for your messages and prayers. We will get through this because of all of you.





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  • Carolyn Daves
    • $100
    • 1 yr
  • Zac Campbell
    • $250
    • 1 yr
  • karen zaccaglini
    • $50
    • 1 yr
  • Mike Shuster
    • $50
    • 1 yr
  • Erin Clark
    • $50
    • 1 yr
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Organizer and beneficiary

Alexandria Duesing
Organizer
Menifee, CA
Lisa Zaccaglin
Beneficiary

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