Hello all,

I am raising money for my journey to Seattle for my gastric stimulator surgery. I am an SJS TEN survivor as of may 2025. Out of state medical bills are ones I will work on for life. I have gastroparesis (a gastric mobility disorder) I have suffered from this my entire life. I got diagnosed 9 years ago. I’ve done all I can to manage my care at home on my own, however, it is not enough. I will be on my nasogastric tube until I can get the funds for surgery in Seattle. I am living with a long list of chronic conditions that have also been financial burdens. The best part is that if I get to Seattle, I can start working again to get out of this hole. I can have the life I never had, help others with their chronic illnesses by being an advocate, a listening ear, and an open heart. When I get well, I will be donating as much as possible to others in need. Anything helps. I thank you in advance for reading this, taking the time to share. Even the thoughts sent mean so much.